The purpose of a Brisbane garden is to preserve and enhance the natural beauty of the Australian landscape. Brisbane is one of the easiest areas to garden in Australia because of its somewhat milder hot seasons and heavier rainfall. Gardening around Brisbane is almost a regional sport, and there are numerous types and styles of gardens in that area.
Brisbane gardens are part of the Australian gardening community located in Brisbane and Queensland. The area is located close to Mount Tamborine and the Great Dividing Range. The temperatures in the area are cooler than many areas of Australia due to the shelter and moisture the mountains provide. It is possible to grow many kinds of subtropic plants in Brisbane as well as more traditionally seen plants, flowers and trees.
There are many different kinds of gardens in Brisbane. Community gardening is a large part of the culture of the area, with many cities offering several community gardens to residents. Vegetable and fruit gardens are common, as are wood-like gardens with native trees and bush-style plants such as bamboo and palms. Residents also grow beautiful flower gardens with tropical and subtropical flowers most commonly found. Night gardens, African gardens, Asian gardens and even cottage style gardens are very popular.
Planting a garden in Brisbane is simple. If native plants are used, little to no soil preparation is necessary. Planting should be done in the late spring and early summer. The winters tend to be dry, so water conservation is important during that time. Rainfall occurs most often during the late summer and fall. Adding fertilizers and mulches to the soil can help non-native plants grow better. Plants that require the same pH, watering techniques and sunlight should be placed together.
There are thousands of species of plants that are able to grow in Brisbane gardens. However, there is a specific list of plants that are native to the area. The area of Brisbane is unique because many large and beautiful trees are native of that area. The Moreton Bay Fig, Mahogany, Forest Red Gum and Dragon Trees are all native to the region around Brisbane. Holly, Jute, Eucalyptus, Ferns, Geraniums and Westringia all offer varieties native to Australia and Brisbane specifically.
