Tree Facts
The surroundings in which we live affect us on four different levels:
Where will the children play?
Quality landscapes with plenty of greenlife are critical to the future well-being of our urban environment and everyone can assist in the creation of that environment.
The best gardens, streets and parklands start with a good plan. Engaging a professional landscape architect or garden designer is an excellent method by which you can bring your ideas to life. The professionals in these bodies are trained to consider fully all the aspects of landscape design such as climate, aspect, soils, drainage, environmental impact, selecting the right plants and of course, they are up to date with the latest contemporary designs.
Industry bodies such as the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (www.aila.org.au) or the Landscape Industry Association of Victoria (www.liav.com.au) are an excellent place to start seeking out such professional advice.
For the total do-it-yourselfer, magazines, television and radio, public shows and your local nursery are a great source of ideas and inspiration.
It’s important to select the right plant for the right position and your local garden centre is an ideal place to seek advice on what will be suitable for your garden. They also stock a huge range of products such as pavers, pots, mulches and sculptures to help create a stunning landscape or your own quiet hideaway.
Websites such as those published by the nursery and garden industry www.ngiv.com.au or www.lifeisagarden.com.au are full of comprehensive information on all aspects of gardens and gardening.
We need to plan our landscapes so we and future generations can enjoy a quality way of life in communities that combine sustainability, workability and positive benefits for all.
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