Backyard and Outdoor Living

Welcome to the new-look Backyard, the magazine for those who don’t just dream of an amazing garden, they want to get out there and make it happen. If the backyard is where you gather with family and friends; if you want to do more in your backyard, be that build a garden bed or lay some paving; and if you want to get your kids involved too, Backyard is what you need. Backyard covers a wide range of topics for the consumer who is doing a complete makeover. Including but not limited to Planning a Garden, Makeover Ideas, Design Advice, Water Wise Gardening, Outdoor Lighting, Pool Design, Outdoor Furniture, Garden Art, Shade Solutions and Paving Options. Purchase includes the Digital Edition and News Service. Please stay in touch via our Facebook Page.

EDITOR'S NOTE

DON'T MISS A BEAT • Keep in touch and up-to-date

THE MAKERS • Whether you need somewhere to sit and chat, or recline and unwind, there are many ways to take a seat in your garden

A BLOKE AND his block • For this talented landscaper and former nurseryman, traditional gardening is all about food, fun and fowls

UNDER THE mango tree • Good topsoil helped by careful composting has created a densely planted garden with abundant fruit trees

SNAPSHOT • A quick look at some inspiring backyards around Australia

THE SKY’S THE LIMIT • Fancy catching a game of footy on the big screen while sipping a cold one with your work mates? With an outdoor commercial space like this, you could really do it in style

UP AND AWAY • An award-winning DIY garden proves that even when Besser blocks are involved, there can still be a silver lining

Industrial Entertainer • Designed for easy outdoor entertaining, this courtyard expertly blends functionality with aesthetic appeal

Blurred Lines • Resort-style living in the ‘burbs of Melbourne

HIGH ON A HILL • Inspired by the exotic flavours of Mexico and Morocco, this Santa Monica garden is a feast for the senses

Subtropical oasis • This serene outdoor sanctuary makes family entertaining a nature-inspired event

WORK AND PLAY • Be it a pergola, backyard office or garden shed, outdoor structures can make our lives easier

GREENER PASTURES • Complete your outdoor area with a beautiful garden

Whether grown in pots or garden beds, these plants will put on a great show

If you like a tropical, Balinese or resort-style look, black bamboo screening is for you

Enjoy your outdoor space even more with a variety of lighting options for entertaining alfresco

With a flexible steel-edging product, you can give shape and definition to any garden

Now you can enjoy the great Australian backyard and do it with a lot less effort

Give your children a jump-start in life with this premium range of trampolines range

Selecting the right lawn for your area and your needs is the key to long-term success

Timber provides excellent value for money and offers an array of benefits for your home

THE LIFE OF BEES • All you need to know about getting started in beekeeping

ON YOUR GRASS • A great choice of grass for varying environments

SEEING RED • The sworn enemy of gardeners and orchardists, the red-shouldered leaf beetle can do a large amount of damage in just a few hours

SWEET AND JUICY • Nothing is more delightful than the lusciousness of stone fruit and, with dwarf and self-pollinating varieties, many are perfect for the home garden

GROW YOUR OWN BEER • Fancy a brew that’s homegrown? Well, if you live in the cooler southern parts of Australia, hops are certainly worth growing

HANG UP ON ME • Hats, caps, coats and umbrellas need no longer be hung on a humdrum rack

WHAT TO DO

Fruit OF THE Gods • There’s great...