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

Backyard And Outdoor Living

Book Club • Expand your horizons ...

DON’T MISS A BEAT • News, tips and inspiration

My favourite 5… FLOWERS FOR BIRDS • It’s so satisfying to see birds make your garden part of their home, and it’s also vital that we all play a part in growing plants to nurture birds in our cities and suburbs

LITTLE WONDERS • With a space-maximising design and the ingenious use of plants, small gardens can have the same impact as their larger cousins

FEELING FRUITY?

WISH FULFILLMENT

BUILD IT IN

BE COLOURWISE

Designer Gardens • Take a stroll through truly inspirational backyards, sculpted by some of Australia’s most talented landscape professionals

A GARDEN WITH HEART • A bold garden concept with a diverse selection of garden rooms that share a story of family past and present

SERENE AND GREEN • Of formal style, the front and rear gardens that wrap around this period home have a look that is timeless

GET DOWN AND DIRTY • If you want your backyard to always look its best, you need to give it year-round care and attention

MICROBES AND MINERALS

FIREPROOFING TIPS

LAWN LORE

CALL THE EXPERTS

This Weekend • Ideas and inspiration for your next garden project

DAIKON

Icicle Radish • That’s just one of the many names of this peppery root veg shaped like an oversized carrot but white like a radish

CHEAP THRILLS • Transform your garden with the “thrill, fill and spill” method

From the editor

What’s hot • News, tips and inspiration

Unforgettable table settings • Knives and forks at the ready for a quick look at table setting trends that will enhance your alfresco dining experience

BEST OF... FRONT GARDENS • First impressions last and a phenomenal front garden leaves an enduring impact. Be inspired by this collection of unforgettable spaces that turn the facade of the home into a feast for the eyes

Features • Clever ideas and expert advice to help you create the ideal outdoor space

WINTER WARMTH • As hot summer days melt into cooler autumn nights, it’s time to take stock of your outdoor living spaces at home. To create a warm and welcoming winter vibe, begin with the key elements of lighting and heating

OUTDOOR ESCAPE • Don’t let the weather stop you from enjoying your space year-round

Inspiration • Get some pointers from the latest outdoor projects in Australia

Backyard BLISS • Sitting in the comfortable cabana, sipping a long cool drink poolside, it’s as if you’ve arrived at a beautiful private urban resort

Prep, protect and maintain • With the right treatment, it’s easy to keep even the most porous natural stone and paving, as well as tile and brick, looking great for many years — and treating it with the right impregnating sealer also makes cleaning easier

Heating up and stripping off with HEATSTRIP • Discover the next generation of high-performance outdoor...