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Gardening in Qld

Getting Started

This page can be used as a starting point for exploring the Queensland Gardening Pages. If you're looking for something specific, you can also try the Search feature.


Plant information

Queensland covers a large area and a range of climates. Most of the population lives near or on the coast, with a subtropical or tropical climate, so most of the plants covered in detail on this website under Plants will reflect this bias. A few popular plants from cooler and/or Mediterranean climates may be included because many people may be searching for advice on how to grow them in hot humid regions (roses, for example). Some commonly cultivated Australian native genera will be included in that list, but native plant enthusiasts should visit the new Australian Native Plant Pages.


Where to buy plants and other gardening goods and services

The Nursery Guide is intended as a general, easy-to-browse guide to nurseries and garden centres in Qld.

Pages covering individual Plants, Garden Services and Products, Tools & Accessories are also places to look for approriate businesses in particular categories.

However, there are also a number of Regional Pages. Your regional page is good place to start if you're looking for businesses or other information relevant to your local area.

If you operate a garden-related business in Qld and you'd like to advertise on any of these pages, you'll find advertising information here.


Information on soils, fertilisers, pruning etc

Basic horticultural principles and techiques are explained in many publications. This site will concentrate on information of particular relevance to Queensland gardeners. If you're looking for information relevant to a particular species start by looking under that plant.

If you're looking for general information, check Fundamentals of Gardening for links to informative websites, as well as Books, Magazines and Videos.


Garden styles

The Queenslander Garden provides information of particular interest to anyone restoring or re-creating a classic Queenslander style home (links of architectural and historical interest, too!) To explore more design ideas, including the popular "Balinese" style garden, go to the Garden Styles page.


Rules and regulations

Some links to government departments and other organisations have been provided in the column at right for general information purposes but should NOT be relied upon for current or complete information. Direct your enquiries to the approriate authorities.


Other Topics

Be sure to explore the menu at the top left. You can also try the Site Search service.


News

Recent news about plants and gardens from Queensland and around the world is now available here: www.queenslandgardening.com.


Need more help?

If you need personal assistance, click here
Handy Links
City and Shire Councils - see Regional Pages
Environmental Protection Agency Qld Govt. Includes Protecting plants (tagging and other collecting and trading restrictions)
Pool Fencing Queensland Government
Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (previously National Registration Authority)
Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry including Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
PLANT ID plant internet directory
TransInfo Public Transport Information for SE Qld

Looking for suppliers? If you can't find a suitable Qld supplier on these pages yet, the webmaster might be able to help if you get in touch. (Sorry, personal gardening advice can't be given.) For questions about products or services already advertised above, contact the business concerned.
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