Kim Richardson
Confession time: I’m a writer, not a gardener. Don't get me wrong, I like to look at plants... just don’t ask me to take care of them. My aim here is simple – to take complicated horticultural information from my garden-loving mates at Flower Power, and turn it into simple, educational gardening advice that even the blackest of thumbs can follow. Hey, if I can keep two rubber plants and a hibiscus (barely) alive, so can you!
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Watering your garden during Level 2 Sydney Water Restrictions
Update February 18 2020: Following recent downpours, the NSW Government and Sydney Water have announced that Sydney's water restrictions will be wound back to Level 1 on Sunday, March 1. Click here for information on how you can water your garden during Level 1 water restrictions. The below information is valid until 29 February 2020 only. The NSW Government and... -
Styling your home for Christmas
With so much stunning Christmas decor hitting the stores, sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. How many baubles do you need? How full should your tree be? And what's the verdict on gift wrapping? Enter our resident styling expert, Lucy Wolstenholme. Homewares and furniture buyer, and interior styling expert, Lucy Wolstenholme. A little about Lucy From a very... -
Choose your own gardening adventure this long weekend!
The October long weekend is ideal for getting things done around the house and garden - that extra day seems to do us a world of good. But when you've got a lot to do, where do you start? We've broken it down into easy chunks - so whether you have five minutes or a whole three-day weekend to spare... -
How to choose the perfect furniture for your outdoor space
This year, we're all looking to spend more time outdoors with friends and family - so now's the time to get your outdoor entertaining areas sorted. But how do you choose the right piece for your space? We've got a few hot tips to help you make the right choice when it comes to furniture and accessories. 1. Have a... -
Getting kids excited about eating veggies
It's a well-known fact that kids can be fussy eaters, especially when it comes to vegies. In fact, according to the VegKIT Project website, a joint initiative of the CSIRO, Hort Innovation, Flinders University and Nutrition Australia, research indicates that just 6% of Australian children aged between two and 17 are consuming the recommended amount of vegetables each day.* So... -
Maintaining a green lawn during Level 1 Sydney water restrictions
Update 1 December 2020: As a result of our dams being close to capacity, the NSW Government has announced that Level 1 water restrictions are to be replaced with permanent Water Wise Guidelines as of 1 December 2020. The below advice applied from 1 December 2020 until 30 November 2020. If there's one thing everyone wants in their garden, it's... -
Explore our NEW Milperra Garden Centre
Inspired by world-class international facilities, Flower Power's brand new Milperra store is an Australian garden centre industry first. Purpose-built from the ground up on the site of one of our former growing nurseries, we've filled 7.5 acres with a premium offering of indoor and outdoor plants, pots, homewares, furniture and landscaping supplies. Best of all, it's entirely weatherproof with a... -
Storage baskets & indoor plants: a match made in heaven
Everywhere you turn this season, you're likely to spot a storage basket. But far from the utilitarian plastic tubs of the past, hidden in cupboards and laundries, the new breed are stylish accents you'd be proud to have out on display in your living area - turning function into fashion. Hand-woven from a range of natural materials including seagrass, cattail... -
Watering your garden during Level 1 Sydney Water Restrictions (and always!)
Update 1 December 2020: As a result of our dams being close to capacity, the NSW Government has announced that Level 1 water restrictions are to be replaced with permanent Water Wise Guidelines as of 1 December 2020. The below advice applied from 1 December 2020 until 30 November 2020. Despite recent downpours, in order to shore up Sydney's water... -
Creating winter colour
Everyone expects gardens to be at their spendiferous, colourful best in spring and summer, with autumn bringing warmth and texture. When we think of winter in the garden, we often think drab, dormant and boring... But it doesn't have to be that way. By choosing your plants cleverly, you can have a garden that is filled with colour all year...