Roses in demand
Queensland flower farmers are struggling to keep up with the demand for roses this Valentine's Day. The recent wet weather has slowed flowering but farmers are reporting superb quality. Francis Hagens...
View ArticleAdelaide students aiming high
Students from Vale Park Primary School in Adelaide are taking part in a national competition run by environmental group Landcare to grow the tallest sunflower.
View ArticleDon't forget the flowers!
Many women (and men) will receive a gesture of love today on Saint Valentine's Day. Whether you're into Valentine's Day, or not - there's no question today is the biggest day on the calendar for flower...
View ArticleGrowers leaving carnations behind
Along with Mark Holden they were a big hit in the 70s. Unfortunately on both counts - not so much now. The carnation flower industry is struggling so much so growers are leaving. John Daley was one of...
View ArticleFunding ends for FaB mentoring program
Despite improved flows along the River Murray the Riverland continues to do it tough. Exceptional Circumstances payments continue and the region is in the midst one of the most problematic wine grape...
View ArticleRoses in demand
Queensland flower farmers are struggling to keep up with the demand for roses this Valentine's Day. The recent wet weather has slowed flowering but farmers are reporting superb quality. Francis Hagens...
View ArticleAdelaide students aiming high
Students from Vale Park Primary School in Adelaide are taking part in a national competition run by environmental group Landcare to grow the tallest sunflower.
View ArticleDon't forget the flowers!
Many women (and men) will receive a gesture of love today on Saint Valentine's Day. Whether you're into Valentine's Day, or not - there's no question today is the biggest day on the calendar for flower...
View ArticleGrowers leaving carnations behind
Along with Mark Holden they were a big hit in the 70s. Unfortunately on both counts - not so much now. The carnation flower industry is struggling so much so growers are leaving. John Daley was one of...
View ArticleFunding ends for FaB mentoring program
Despite improved flows along the River Murray the Riverland continues to do it tough. Exceptional Circumstances payments continue and the region is in the midst one of the most problematic wine grape...
View Article$500,000 fire damage caused to Adelaide flower business
A fire caused significant damage to a flower business in Adelaide's northern suburbs yesterday afternoon.
View ArticleRare spiny daisy find leads to Riverland wetlands recovery project
Ecologists hope to ensure the survival of a small, highly endangered daisy by reintroducing it to a wetlands area of eastern South Australia.
View ArticleValentine's Day roses range from red to black as genetic engineering widens...
Red roses remain a popular Valentine's Day gift choice but genetic engineering ensures an ever-growing range is now on offer, including black.
View ArticleAdelaide Botanic Gardens' corpse flower project an unexpected success
The overwhelming and unexpected success of a project to cultivate rare "corpse flowers" forces the Adelaide Botanic Gardens to appeal for funds to help it create more greenhouse space.
View ArticleSay it with celery: Fruit and veggie bouquets a blooming success for SA creator
With more than a decade of experience in interior design, one Adelaide Hills resident finds a growing market in edible arrangements using everyday fruit and vegetables.
View ArticleFlorists say fewer young people are buying Valentine's Day roses
Some florists are noticing a decline in the number of young customers buying Valentine's Day flowers but others in the industry say it may signify a growing preference for strange alternatives.
View ArticleInside the small, unusual farm behind Australian skincare giant Jurlique
A South Australian natural skincare company, which grows almost all its flowers and herbs biodynamically, is beating the big French beauty product companies at their own game.
View ArticleSurprising discovery turns teacher into accidental lavender farmer with big...
When the Foster family bought their new family home, they had no idea they would become lavender farmers and the work it would involve.
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