Summer 2008–2009 Magazine

FEATURES
• Summer scented stunners — fragrant plants for the summer garden by Alana Searle
• By gum, they're gorgeous! — summer flowering miniature eucalyptus trees
• School garden is TOPS — Ormiston Primary School showcase their garden
by Annette McFarlane
• Coastal gardening — plant selection for the coastal garden by Noel Burdette
• Summer flowering natives
• Pumpkin power by Frida Forsberg
• Passionate for passionfruit by Ashley Searle
• Crazy about crotons

SPECIAL INTEREST
• No need to get antsy this summer
• Plants from Redlands Nursery

REGULARS
• Summer 2008–09 Garden Diary
• Summer handy hints & tips
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The About the Garden Magazine is a publication designed to provide readers with practical and usable information for the home garden. Articles cover a wide range of topics from planting, mulching, lawn care, potting plants, garden colour schemes, finding suitable plants for your region and much more. Regular columns include the About the Garden Regional Garden Diary, Seasonal Hints & Tips, Hot Natives, 'What bug is that?' and Ashley's Pest Watch.

About the Garden is published seasonally (with spring, summer, autumn and winter editions) and can be obtained from participating ATG garden centres throughout Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. It it also popular through subscription and can also be picked up at garden expos.

About the Garden is a fantastic educational resource and is widely available from a membership of approximately 140 garden centres throughout Australia. By visiting one of our members you can expect specialised assistance and answers to any questions you may have about articles featured in the magazine. Our members have extensive knowledge on gardening in your region and can assist you in developing your gardening projects. Members also stock a variety of the products featured in the magazine, so if you're looking for products and plants at competitive prices, visit one of our centres.

Ideas and suggestions for the magazine are always welcome. Please send them to ATG Group Co-ordinator, Jo Johnson via e-mail: atg@aboutthegarden.com.au or facsimile: (07) 5497 2287.