high humidity

La Niña events typically bring heavy and widespread rains to many parts of Australia - and even when we're not in La Niña, the east coast can endure some pretty relentless rain at times. While most plants love a good watering, persistent wet weather is not always a good thing for plants. Wet soils can lead to root rot and...

Ferns are popular because of their suitability as indoor plants. But the group has even more to offer, as most thrive outdoors, growing well in shaded spots where other plants struggle. They could be just the plant to grow in a courtyard or small shaded garden to create a cool, lush look. Ferns are ancient plants. What sets them apart...