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The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023 had a star-studded guest list. Source: Getty

Celebrity

Floral fantasies and fashion feats: The best dressed VIPs at the 2023 Chelsea Flower Show

From the Dames to the Academy Award winners, see which VIPs attended the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023.

Written byElissa Napier

Gardening

Blooming royal tributes and the royals who blossomed: The Chelsea Flower Show 2023

Blooming royal tributes and the royals who blossomed: The Chelsea Flower Show 2023

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show certainly knows how to throw an extravagant event, one fit for a King!

Written byElissa Napier

Members of the royal family turned up to see the impressive exhibits. Source: Getty

Gardening

Don’t let your garden hibernate: Tips to keeping your garden flourishing in winter

Don’t let your garden hibernate: Tips to keeping your garden flourishing in winter

From pruning to mulching and even a little lawn love, we've got the tips you need to keep your garden in tip-top shape as winter approaches.

Here's how you can keep your garden thriving during the winter. Source: Getty

Gardening

Easy ways to remove rust from your garden tools

Easy ways to remove rust from your garden tools

Don't replace your rusty garden tools without trying these easy rust removing hacks that will leave your tools looking good as new.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Read on to learn how to clean rusty garden tools. Source: Getty

Gardening

Autumn garden maintenance: Keep your garden thriving through the cold season

Autumn garden maintenance: Keep your garden thriving through the cold season

Preparing your garden for winter will have you reaping what you sow and keep your flowers and plants healthy and vibrant throughout the year.

Written byElissa Napier

Get your garden ready for the winter chill with these tips. Source: Getty

Gardening

Adding a splash of colour: Blooms for your autumn garden

Adding a splash of colour: Blooms for your autumn garden

There’s a surprising array of shrubs and perennials that start to do their flowering when the days shorten and temperatures cool down, Roger Fox explains.

Gardening ExpertRoger Fox

The gorgeous New England aster, also known as Easter Daisies. Source: Getty

Gardening

Save a supermarket trip! How to grow your own herbs

Save a supermarket trip! How to grow your own herbs

Enjoy fresh herbs on demand without relying on costly store-bought herbs that can oftentimes wilt quite quickly in the fridge.

Growing your own is not only a great way to save money, but also very convenient! Source: Getty

Lifestyle

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2023: The winners who rose to the occasion

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2023: The winners who rose to the occasion

Australia's largest horticultural event was back and in full bloom, and this year's winners showcased garden designs that'll surely knock your stalks off!

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Silver medalist Individual Landscapes. Source: Instagram @invidialandscapes

Gardening

The top fruits and veggies to plant this Autumn

The top fruits and veggies to plant this Autumn

Regardless of where you live in Australia, we've pulled together some of the fruits, veg, flowers and herbs that'll grow like wildfire in your backyard this season.

Written byAnna Wall

Source: Getty

Gardening

How does your summer garden grow? Blooming great tips for when the heat sets in

How does your summer garden grow? Blooming great tips for when the heat sets in

In an effort to alleviate any concerns around your horticultural endeavours, Starts at 60 spoke to the gardening experts to get the best tips on keeping your plants healthy and thriving.

Written byMatthew Hart

Source: Getty

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by Carole Leskin

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by Peter Stanhope

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by Rod Wise