tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1767468846542922922024-03-19T19:15:32.365+11:00Phillip Johnson LandscapesWe design, build and maintain sustainable habitats that help to heal the earth, feel magical to live amongst, and create spaces where you can completely unwind.Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.comBlogger135125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-37343552643406393252015-04-10T14:00:00.000+10:002015-04-10T13:49:54.435+10:00Come and Experience a garden Designed by Phillip Johnson Landscapes! <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">This weekend, our last garden for Open Gardens Australia is open to the the public and we would love to see you there!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Come and see Phillip's favourite small garden, which used to house the owners caravan! Learn more about how your garden can be a space that gives back to the environment through </span><a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/about/our-philosophy.aspx" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" target="_blank">water wise innovation and sustainable design</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">. Be taken in by the owner's meaningful connection with their landscape and take a day to allow yourself to reconnect with nature!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Phillip's book will be available for sale (all copies are signed), there will be lots of friendly staff around to speak with and Phillip will be at the garden on Sunday to speak to you all as well. </span><br />
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<b style="text-align: center;">Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 </b><b style="text-align: center;">April 2015</b></div>
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<b>"Harry's Garden"</b></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; text-align: start;"><a href="https://www.google.com.au/maps/place/10+Hesleden+St,+Essendon+VIC+3040/@-37.7463293,144.921247,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x6ad65c81366782bf:0x1c83271303d7ee02" target="_blank">Address: 10 Hesleden Street, Essendon, 3040</a></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">An Australian native garden designed by Phillip Johnson. At the front, a memorial garden recreates a delightful pond with small waterfalls. A fern walkway leads to a billabong surrounded by gums, banksias and native wildflowers. Lovely murals, hand made gate. 14m x 16m.</span></div>
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-16252528198510198822014-12-24T15:50:00.000+11:002014-12-24T15:50:00.449+11:005000 Poppies Project<div class="MsoNormal">
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Australia will commemorate the Anzac Centenary, marking 100 years since
Australia’s involvement in the First World War. <span lang="EN-US">If you
have been following our <span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/phillipjohnsonlandscapes" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> </span>then you likely already know that in
the new year, we will be joining forces with the <span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="http://5000poppies.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">5000 Poppies Projec</a>t</span> to make a
wonderful and moving tribute that will commemorate 100 years of service and
sacrifice.</span></div>
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Poppies have been hand crocheted and donated by
thousands of contributors all over the world, and the 5000 poppies have grown to
a whopping 60,000! If you would like to be involved in the project then head to
the <span style="color: #548dd4;"><a href="http://5000poppies.wordpress.com/submissions/" target="_blank">5000 Poppies website</a></span> to find out how.</div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The first installation will be held on
Anzac Day 2015 in the heart of Melbourne and will then take a nationwide tour
for the duration of the Centenary. So far, all of the work by The 5000 Poppies
Project has been self-funded by contributors to the project, but now they have
created a<span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;">
<a href="http://www.pozible.com/project/188623" target="_blank">Pozible</a></span> campaign which can allow you to be a part of the project as
well. You can now sponsor a poppy or poppies, to help raise funds for the
construction and installation of these displays! All sponsors will be
acknowledged in the <span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="http://5000poppies.wordpress.com/contributors/" target="_blank">contributor’s page</a></span> of the 5000 Poppies Blog and on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/5000Poppies/?fref=ts" target="_blank">5000 PoppiesFacebook page.</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">5000 of the sponsored poppies will also
form an integral part in our display garden at the 2015 Melbourne International
Flower & Garden Show. </span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;">For this
display, Phillip Johnson has drawn upon his own personal family connection to
the Anzacs. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;">Phillip’s great
grandfather was Lieutenant Frederick Johnson of the XXII Corps and fought
during WW1. Frederick wrote endlessly to his family while at war, recalling his
home in Australia with warmth and soul, and these letters as well as the idea
of remembrance and reflection are the inspiration behind the display.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;">So if you would like
to help these projects come to life and be an integral part of the 5000 Poppies
Project, or if you would like to dedicate a poppy to your own Anzac connection,
then head to the 5000 Poppies <span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="http://www.pozible.com/project/188623" target="_blank">Pozible campaign</a></span> page and sponsor your poppy today! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;">Phillip Johnson
Landscapes would like to congratulate <span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="http://5000poppies.wordpress.com/authors/" target="_blank">Lynn Berry and Margaret Knight</a></span>, the founders of
the 5000 Poppies Project, for their continued dedication to this fantastic
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-46186003416174149482014-10-23T20:33:00.001+11:002014-10-23T20:34:07.752+11:00WE'RE MOVING!!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We have always believed in the importance of being connected to nature and now we shall be more connected than ever!<br />
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As of Friday the 24<span class="s2"><sup>th</sup></span> October 2014 (tomorrow!), <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/" target="_blank">Phillip Johnson Landscapes</a> will no longer call Camberwell it’s home, as we pack up our things and head back to the beautiful Olinda!<br />
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We have spent the last few months developing our research laboratory into a show garden that is ready for our future and we are more than thrilled with the results!<br />
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We will now be working right in the heart of what we create, with every window of our new office, looking out over waterfalls, native plants and the beautiful natural pool below! It’s going to be such an energizing place to work from and we are sure that each day will fill our designs with more and more inspiration!<br />
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So what does this move mean for our clients? Now, by appointment only, we can show you exactly what it is that we do! We can show you the wonders of having a natural pool, how the plants can be used to enhance the space and point out every little detail that give our landscapes their soul and beauty!<br />
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Make sure you check out our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/phillipjohnsonlandscapes" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page to follow our new journey!<br />
To contact us after our move, our new details are below:</span></div>
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-10677307918372418332014-08-27T12:59:00.000+10:002014-08-27T13:01:13.661+10:00Open Gardens Australia Present's the 'Union Street Garden' in Armadale<h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">The owners wished to invest in something to create interest in their small garden area and contacted PJL who came up with an ideal solution- a vertical garden!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: normal;">Standing 4m high and 3m wide, t</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: normal;">his ‘green wall’ has i</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-weight: normal;">ncreased the
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com455 Union Street, Armadale VIC 3143, Australia-37.859083 145.02680699999996-63.3811175 103.71821299999996 -12.337048499999998 -173.66459900000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-66849543614062711342014-01-30T10:04:00.000+11:002014-01-30T10:20:57.290+11:00Open Garden's Australia Presents 'Aquarius' In Kilsyth<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Escape to <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/largeareas/kilsyth,-victoria.aspx" target="_blank">Kilsyth</a> with us and explore the beauty of </span><span style="font: 13px 'Century Gothic';">t</span><span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">his Phillip Johnson Landscapes designed garden as it opens to the public on the weekend of the 8th and 9th of February for<u> <a href="http://www.opengarden.org.au/regions/vic_calendar.html" target="_blank">Open Gardens Australia!</a></u></span></div>
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';"><span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Visit our </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/phillipjohnsonlandscapes" target="_blank"><span style="font: 13px 'Century Gothic';">Facebook Page</span></a><span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';"> and register your interest via our </span><a href="https://a.pgtb.me/l5Sslt" target="_blank"><span style="font: 13px 'Century Gothic';">Event App</span></a><span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';"> and come along on the day, to go into the draw to<span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="color: red;"><b> win a free consult!</b></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';"><span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Copies of the<u> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWSLGP4wsTg&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank">Chelsea's Greatest Garden DVD</a></u> will also be available for sale, so make sure to pick up your copy while stocks last!</span></span></div>
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teams of firefighters working hard and risking their lives to get the fires
under control.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">As
the temperatures continue to climb this week we've put together some tips that
the Government Fire Authorities recommend for preparing your home,
(if you haven't already) in order to give it a greater chance of survival if a
bushfire comes your way.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><b><span lang="EN-US">MANAGE
YOUR VEGETATION</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">The
most common belief when it comes to bush fires, is that the trees play the role
of the major threat. However this is not the case. Fire is actually carried by
the undergrowth below the trees, such as grasses, leaf litter and shrubs. All
plants are flammable, but some are worse than others, so make sure to review
the vegetation on your property and take action where needed. <a href="http://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/site/about_us/publications/fact_sheets_bushfire_prevention.jsp" target="_blank">Government Fire Authorities</a> suggest:</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Any vegetation that is less than 6mm in
thickness or diameter should be reduced. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Closely compacted shrubs should be
removed if they are close to your house. If these shrubs are located near any
windows and happen to catch on fire, they can crack the glass and allow embers
inside. Shrubs should also be pruned regularly where they are found underneath
the lower branches of trees.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Trim or remove any loose, flaky bark,
sticks, leaves or needles on your trees and shrubs. This bark can lead a fire
to climb higher, adding height to flames and allowing embers a greater chance
to move and ignite elsewhere</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Keep your lawn mowed, the leaves raked
and removed and your garden beds free from weeds.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">When it's windy, take notice of where
any leaf litter accumulates. This is where any embers will land if the wind
takes them the same way so be sure to keep these areas clear.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Regularly clear out your gutters and if
you can, cover them with mesh to guard them from fallen leaves.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><b><span lang="EN-US">DESIGN
TIPS THAT CAN HELP PROTECT YOUR HOME DURING A FIRE</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">No
landscape is completely fire proof, but there are many things you can do during
the design phase of your garden that can help you achieve a greater level of
bushfire protection for your home. Elements we always consider in bush fire risk
areas are:</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">The use of permeable gravel pathways.
These create fuel breaks between the planting and if you have a sprinkler
system in place can help the water to move through the surface and dampen other
areas you may have missed. An open gravel space surrounding the home is also a
good way to stop fire from reaching the house.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">When you create a planting plan, be sure
to space out all the plants and trees to avoid a continuous canopy of
vegetation to your house. If you make small, spaced out clusters of plants with
clear areas in between, this makes it difficult for fires to spread to other
areas. </span></span></li>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qH7FxgBoFv8/Utcnhp1mwTI/AAAAAAAAAbs/t1ZuRsPUbKY/s1600/IMG_1620.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qH7FxgBoFv8/Utcnhp1mwTI/AAAAAAAAAbs/t1ZuRsPUbKY/s1600/IMG_1620.JPG" height="266" width="400" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">Gravel paths surround the house at this property in Wandin North</span></td></tr>
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IMPORTANCE OF WATER</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">During
a fire, the most effective fire suppressant will always be water, so ensuring
that your property has enough is integral. There are a number of water storage
options available but the ones we use most commonly in our gardens are tanks
and our billabongs.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><b><span lang="EN-US">Tanks</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">In terms of how much water storage you
need for your tank, the CFA recommends having enough water to last for at least
2 hours of continuous use. This will be completely determined by the size of your
property of course, so if you are interested in finding out what size you need,
why not speak to our friends at <a href="http://www.tankworks.com.au/">TankWorks</a></span><span lang="EN-US">. They
supplied the tank we used in our <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/showsandexhibitions/chelsea-flower-show-2013.aspx" target="_blank">award-winning Chelsea garden </a>and have some fantastic
sustainable tanks available.</span></span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GwKpUlj2U7k/UtckMtr7hCI/AAAAAAAAAbU/BHenZva3YGM/s1600/IMG_5398.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GwKpUlj2U7k/UtckMtr7hCI/AAAAAAAAAbU/BHenZva3YGM/s1600/IMG_5398.JPG" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">TankWorks tank featured in the Trailfinders Australian Garden Presented By Flemings Nurseries </td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/uniquefeatures/natural-pools-or-billabongs.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><span lang="EN-US">Billabongs</span></b></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">While also providing a cool refuge for
wildlife during the fire season and a place for rejuvenation after fires have
passed, our billabongs can also operate as a fire-protection system. Used in
conjunction with storage tanks full of previously stored rainwater run off, our
billabongs provide natural harvested water which can be pumped into hoses and
sprinkler systems to protect your home.</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Phil's billabong in Olinda</span> </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><b><span lang="EN-US">Sprinkler
Systems</span></b></span></div>
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<li>
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Phil himself, owns a 12,000 litre fire
tank, which, along with the billabong below the house, connects to a
fire-suppression system that curtains his entire home in a wall of water and
can be accessed remotely.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Sprinkler systems like this are an
excellent way to extinguish any embers that land on or around your home
and Government Fire Authorities believe they should be considered as
a very important part of your bushfire survival plan especially if you are
living in an area with dense vegetation.</span></span></li>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-785V-BSCfiM/UtckPG7hh9I/AAAAAAAAAbc/XcDTagOvrT0/s1600/_MG_2728.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-785V-BSCfiM/UtckPG7hh9I/AAAAAAAAAbc/XcDTagOvrT0/s1600/_MG_2728.jpg" height="262" width="400" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">Phil's home in Olinda with sprinkler system running</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">Close up of the sprinkler system in action</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">These
are just a few tips for preparing your property for a fire. For further
information on what your local Fire Authority recommends, visit your State
or Territory website: </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">VIC:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/"><span style="color: #084ee6;">http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">NSW:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/dsp_content.cfm?cat_id=683"><span style="color: #084ee6;">http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">QLD:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/"><span style="color: #084ee6;">https://www.fire.qld.gov.au</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">NT:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.pfes.nt.gov.au/Fire-and-Rescue.aspx"><span style="color: #084ee6;">http://www.pfes.nt.gov.au</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">WA:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/pages/default.aspx"><span style="color: #084ee6;">http://www.dfes.wa.gov.au</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">SA:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/site/home.jsp"><span style="color: #084ee6;">http://www.cfs.sa.gov.au</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">TAS:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/"><span style="color: #084ee6;">http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/</span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">Ultimately,
however, the lives of you and your family are the most important thing to
consider, so make sure you all have a clear understanding of when you will
leave your property, and leave as early as you can. The longer you wait to
leave, the greater the risk to your life.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-US">From
everyone at PJL- stay safe this summer!</span></span></div>
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-77474196117382808882013-11-04T11:47:00.000+11:002013-11-04T12:32:25.766+11:00Open Gardens at Parkdale<span style="-moz-font-feature-settings: normal; -moz-font-language-override: normal; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: x-small; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">We hope you had a chance to pop down to Parkdale last weekend when 'Aussie Oasis' was open to explore as part of </span><span style="-moz-font-feature-settings: normal; -moz-font-language-override: normal; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: x-small; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> <a href="http://www.opengarden.org.au/" target="_blank">Open Gardens Australia. </a>If you missed out, here's a small recap of how the weekend went!</span><br />
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<span style="-moz-font-feature-settings: normal; -moz-font-language-override: normal; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: x-small; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">While Saturday was quite grey and the drizzle seemed determined to spoil things, Sunday was almost magically sunny, providing the perfect atmosphere for all the families that dropped by to wander around and immerse themselves in the garden.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Century Gothic; font-size: x-small;">Parkdale's environment allowed for visitors to reconnect with nature on a sensory level from the moment they entered the property. Through the front gates, visitors were taken on a visual journey as their eyes followed the winding paths through the rows of fruit trees and rich coloured planting.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: x-small;">Children running along the winding paths, their hands outstretched, encountered the many contrasting textures of large rippled rocks and the soft leaves of overhanging foliage.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Century Gothic; font-size: x-small;">The rich fragrances of flowers, citrus and home grown mulch created a pleasant aroma while the soft sounds of leaves moving in the wind, the calls of local birds, and the constant splashing of water over rocks allowed the visitor to relax and enjoy the natural environment. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Century Gothic; font-size: x-small;">There were many comments on the child friendly atmosphere of the landscape that encouraged young minds to explore. A fascination with the water had many children captivated as they dipped their fingers in the billabong and searched for the tadpoles that have just made a home in the depths of the water!</span><br />
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<span style="-moz-font-feature-settings: normal; -moz-font-language-override: normal; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: x-small; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Parkdale is the perfect example of how PJL creates inspiring spaces that evolve, and educate your family for years to come. There are so many areas that allow children to learn about their natural world, from wildlife appreciation, being safe around water bodies and learning the importance of sustainability from a young age. </span><br />
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<span style="-moz-font-feature-settings: normal; -moz-font-language-override: normal; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: x-small; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> For more photos from the day, visit us on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/phillipjohnsonlandscapes" target="_blank">Facebook </a>page!</span>Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-60010365537520576532013-10-29T17:05:00.001+11:002013-11-04T10:52:21.236+11:00Lubra Bend Open To The Public<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0cm;">
<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Escape
to the Yarra Valley with us and explore the beauty of <a href="http://lubrabend.com.au/" target="_blank">Lubra Bend</a> as it opens to
the public in November!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Rich
in history, this 300+ acre estate is owned by Mrs. Rosemary Simpson, who
approached us in 2006, having been captivated by the sustainable principals of
Phillip Johnson Landscapes. Mrs. Simpson was one of the first clients of PJL to
support our ethos wholeheartedly, embracing our methods of water capture,
winding permeable paths and native planting in a time when many garden owners
were still favouring traditional boxed hedges, exotic flora and straight
conservative lines. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Visitors
to the property will be amazed as they wander down the gravel driveway, winding
their way around the round-about-rock, a 30 ton feature boulder at the entrance and
arriving directly to the top pond. The surface of the water is covered in lily
pads and other protruding plants, which ripple and sway with the movement of
the water as it cascades over the stunning waterfall above. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Another
large feature rock 'The Crucible' is situated below this area, its naturally
formed curves and dips allowing it to form the perfect birdbath following heavy
rainfall. The property is populated with many of these stunning rocks to
showcase nature’s sculptural brilliance. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">The
draw card of the property lies in the lower section, where a large body of
water has been constructed in the space of a previously disused tennis court.
Storm water is captured here with the overflow being slowly directed back to
the Yarra River, which borders the property. Using these integrated water
management systems, mean that Lubra Bend requires no mains water to sustain the
vast network of gardens and billabongs throughout the property!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Phillip
Johnson will be taking two tour groups around the property at 11am and 1pm,
explaining our design principals and the evolution of the property throughout
the stages of design. Arrive early to ensure you don’t miss out on learning the
secrets behind this beautiful Australian landscape!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="color: #7b9067;">Where:</span></b>
135 Simpsons Lane, Yarra </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; text-indent: 36pt;">Glen</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span lang="EN-US"><b>By Claudia Green </b></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">A Frog from Phillip's garden in Olinda!</span></td></tr>
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infiltrate the soil. When planted up with suitable plants, a soak provides
a haven for wildlife, replenishes soil water and reduces runoff.</span></span></div>
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in your garden that is already a natural low point and where it can capture
water running off from hard surfaces. Next time it rains, watch where water
pools in the garden and where it runs off rapidly and potentially causes
problems, such as puddles directly outside the door, water running under the
house or eroding you driveway. If
there is a spot where water pools naturally and it is convenient, then locating
the soak here will save you a lot of hassle. Ideally, locate it where it will
help capture some runoff from paths, roads or roofs (although a down pipe might
deliver more water than the soak can handle during heavy rain). </span></span></div>
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be at least 1m in diameter but you can turn it into a more interesting shape.
Make sure it is wide enough that you have enough space to place some larger
rocks around the edge and even one or two in the middle. </span></span></div>
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current and future water issues, National Water Week seeks to encourage the community to take
action to protect our vital water sources. As a landscaping company that seeks to<a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/about/our-philosophy.aspx" target="_blank"> minimise water usage</a> wherever possible, capture all water on site to revitalize vegetation and work with nature, not against it, PJL is a large supporter of this cause. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />Did you know that one of the best places to store water is in the soil? Our cities are designed to quickly remove water from hard surfaces and direct it into storm-water drains where it flows into the nearest stream, river or other water body. While this is a very efficient way to get water off our streets there are also significant problems with this “out of sight, out of mind” system. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Firstly, water falling on hard surfaces cannot soak into the ground. This in turn causes changes in the water table and further damages already disturbed soil. Soil that has no water is effectively dead, as it cannot support the multitude of bacteria, fungi, animals and plants that are an essential part of a living soil system. A dead soil in turn cannot support healthy plant growth which is essential for healthy ecosystems even in the middle of our concrete jungles.<br /><br />Another problem with our urban water system is that it increases the peak flows in local waterways. It may seem counter-intuitive that more water is bad for a stream, but it is when it occurs suddenly as happens during rainfall events when all that water that runs off hard surfaces suddenly gets dumped in the stream. This sudden increase in water flow causes erosion and stirs up the sediment in the stream causing turbidity (murky or muddy water). The runoff also carries pollutants with it such as rubbish or motor oil washed off the streets. All this causes problems for plants and animals living in the stream system and so has a significant impact on stream and river ecosystems.<br /><br />Over the next week, keep your eye on our blog, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/phillipjohnsonlandscapes?ref=tn_tnmn" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page <a href="https://twitter.com/pjlandscapes" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pjlandscapes/" target="_blank">Pintrest</a> as we investigate some cost effective and simple ways you can help reduce these problems by capturing water falling on your roof or other hard surfaces and using it to replenish soil water, create havens for wildlife, and improve the health of your garden!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Head over to the <a href="http://www.awa.asn.au/nationalwaterweek/" target="_blank">National Water Week website</a> for more information on what events are taking place and how you can get involved in this amazing, sustainable cause!</span></span>Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-15309703693633194712013-10-14T19:35:00.002+11:002013-11-04T12:33:58.656+11:00Open Gardens Australia Presents "Aussie Oasis" in Parkdale!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com63tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-36541342410303891042013-10-11T17:15:00.000+11:002013-11-04T12:34:41.094+11:00Open Gardens In Carnegie<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">We had a fantastic two days last weekend when <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/midsized/carnegie,-victoria.aspx" target="_blank"><b><i>Graceburn, </i></b>Carnegie</a>, opened its gates to the public as part of <a href="http://www.opengarden.org.au/" target="_blank">Open Gardens Australia</a>. Though the weather was slightly daunting on Saturday, it didn't seem to deter the many visitors from stopping by. </span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Children were encouraged to explore the garden by locating all the decorative animals placed throughout the landscape by the owners. Their excited laughter provided an energetic atmosphere to the day, as they ran amongst the foliage, examining veggie beds and peering through tree branches. </span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Adults chose to take a more serene journey through the garden, the varied plants capturing their interested as they wandered throughout the property. Families stopped to rest on the seats overlooking the billabong, and traded planting advice with one another, while other visitors spent time with Phillip discussing their own projects. </span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">The open day also supported the <a href="http://www.pozible.com/project/33928" target="_blank">Make Do Tell Project</a>, which is run by <a href="http://artistsincommunity.me/2013/10/05/open-gardens-and-us/" target="_blank">Artists in Community International </a>and is seeking to teach creative skills to children on the streets of Bhakatapur, Nepal. For more information about Make Do Tell, visit their website and support this wonderful cause!</span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">As one of Phillip's personal favourite gardens designed and constructed by PJL, this Carnegie property is the perfect example of what can be created in a typical suburban backyard. With its focus on sustainable practices, we hope that visitors to the garden were able to build a renewed appreciation and respect for their natural environment as well as the inspiration to turn their own gardens into havens that heal, inspire and energize. </span><br />
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-9695169594840870112013-09-27T16:33:00.001+10:002013-11-04T12:35:18.112+11:00Open Gardens Australia Presents 'Graceburn' In Carnegie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-49380114593119401642013-09-01T10:16:00.001+10:002013-11-04T12:36:44.891+11:00Save Water This Spring<span style="font: 14.0px 'Century Gothic';">Today marks the first day of September and the beginning of Spring and we couldn't have asked for a better start to the season! However, as we know, Spring is destined to be a bit of a wet one this year and for most people, all that rain that falls on the roof, simply runs off to the ground or into the sewers. </span><br />
<span style="font: 14.0px 'Century Gothic';">If this sunny start to the season is motivating you as much as it us, then why not spend it preparing your garden so that every drop of water that falls into your garden this Spring is collected and used to bring new life to your backyard! </span><br />
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<span style="font: 14.0px 'Century Gothic';">So don't wait for the rain to start falling this Spring! Get out there today and make your garden water wise today or <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/enquire.aspx" target="_blank">contact us for more information</a>!</span>
Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-49617494697639295602013-08-09T15:16:00.000+10:002013-08-09T15:28:57.389+10:00Letting Nature Inspire You<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Here at PJL we believe that sometimes you just need to stop, take a breather and spend some time being motivated by the beauty our wonderful country has to offer. Last week, our entire team did just that, by taking a day to travel around and reconnect with nature. </span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">We set out bright and early at the <a href="http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0017/131651/FS0009-Murrindindi-Scenic-Reserve-walking-tracks.pdf" target="_blank">Murrindindi Reserve in the north east of Toolangi,</a> where the goal was to observe the environment as it naturally occurs. We took note of all the tiny details that go unnoticed in the whole picture of the landscape, from the small hidden plants growing amongst rocks and logs, to the fallen branches that lie over the rocky falls, and how their random positions alter the course of the water. These small things are the details that inspire us in what we create everyday.</span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">At Phil's garden in
<a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/largeareas/olinda,-victoria.aspx" target="_blank">Olinda</a>, the team was encouraged to wander around and take in every
aspect of the landscape from the lush green ferns, the winding pathways
and the<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3UeYKmMWPc" target="_blank"> sounds of the </a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" target="_blank">frogs</a> in the great billabong at the centre of the
space. We observed the trail the water takes as it cascades over the
rocks in the waterfalls and the way the water reflects the plants and
rocks when the light is in the right place.</span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">Arriving at <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/commercial/lubra-bend,-yarra-glen,-victoria.aspx" target="_blank">Lubra Bend</a> in
Yarra Glen, one of our favourite established gardens, we jumped as a
team over the great stepping stones through the top pond, taking in the
ways the different plants interact with each other to create a myriad of
different colours and habitats for wildlife. Phil spent a great deal of
time telling us the story of the property and its amazing details, from
the large feature rock at the entrance of the property that acts as a
round about for the owner, to the amazing network of creek beds that aid
in the properties water management. </span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">From here, we travelled to
our recently completed project in <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/our-work/largeareas/yarra-glen-victoria.aspx" target="_blank">Yarra Glen </a>where we could appreciate
the way that nature evolves. While Lubra Bend boasted a large range of
established plants, this newer project is just beginning to grow and
flourish. We cannot wait to see it when the plants have taken over and
filled out the landscape! </span><br />
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<span style="font: 13.0px 'Century Gothic';">As the group huddled around
the billabong at Yarra Glen, we discussed all that we had learned and
how the visit had renewed our appreciation and respect for the
indigenous wonderlands of our country. Nature has a way of enthralling,
inspiring and energising you if you allow yourself to see its true
beauty. As it evolves and grows, so too does our understanding of it and
we would love to share our passion with you! </span><br />
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<br />Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-71624807513146120872013-07-02T17:24:00.001+10:002013-07-16T09:18:19.801+10:00Integrated Water Management Using A Rain Garden<br />
When winter comes around we tend to spend a great deal of time inside with a nice hot drink looking out at the frost covered grass, foggy skies and endless rain. While it's not really an inspiring time to be thinking about being out in the garden, there are so many ways you could be using all this rain to your garden's advantage while helping out the environment at the same time! <br />
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Our innovative solutions in water capture and conservation mean the majority of our landscapes require no mains water to keep plants healthy and alive throughout the harsh winter. If you are looking for a sustainable way to use rain capture more effectively at your house, why not build a rain garden? This is a simple way to help the environment while also providing a self-watering garden for your backyard. <br />
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A rain garden is a specifically prepared garden designed to receive and filter water run off from roofs or hard surfaces such as driveways, roads or paving. A rain garden can be a planter box, positioning it to collect water from a disconnected down pipe or rainwater tank overflow. <br />
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The rain garden planter box is made using a bottom layer of gravel and soil, a slotted pipe and a top layer of mulch or gravel. The rain garden works by allowing the water to percolate through these layers, slowing down the waters entry into storm water and reducing storm water capacity in addition to filtering the water from harsh pollutants and preventing these from entering our waterways. <br />
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Once your rain garden is established with plants (we prefer natives like <i>Anigozanthos sp</i>.- Kangaroo Paw), it will remain low maintenance as it will not require you to water or fertilise it in order for it to grow!<br />
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So what are you waiting for this winter? Don't let all that rainwater go to waste! Build your rain garden now and help improve our precious waterways! <br />
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If you have questions about building a rain garden, <a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/enquire.aspx" target="_blank">contact </a>our office or visit http://ow.ly/mx2Kk for more information on water wise solutions! Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-38438420732945460702013-06-14T12:33:00.001+10:002013-06-14T12:40:06.693+10:00The Victorian Government’s Office of Living Victoria Commends Chelsea Flower Show winners<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yesterday, the Trailfinder’s Australian Garden team were commended at Parliament House for their ‘Best In Show’ success at the Chelsea Flower Show in May.<br />
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The Victorian Government was one of the gardens leading supporters, providing $350,000 to help make the design a reality. The Minister for Water, The Hon. Peter Walsh, hosted the official reception congratulating the team and all their supporters on an amazing success.<br />
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‘There are lessons that Victoria can take from this award-winning garden. We need to be much more sophisticated in the harvest and use of all available water supplies if we want to ensure Victoria has liveable, sustainable and productive communities into the future.’ Mr Walsh said<br />
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‘Just like the Trailfinder’s Australian Garden, we need to be harnessing the water that runs off the city – more water runs off Melbourne rooftops and streets every year into the bay than the city’s population draws from the Melbourne Water supply system.’<br />
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Mr Walsh commented that not only had the Trailfinder’s Australian Garden showcased Victoria’s horticultural & landscaping skills, it also boosted the profile of our states water cycle management on a world stage. <br />
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<a href="http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/enquire.aspx" target="_blank">Contact us </a>for more info on how we create a space at your property with water capture and conservation at its core!Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-65845980872372373082013-05-27T16:10:00.002+10:002013-05-27T16:10:48.301+10:00RHS Chelsea Show - it's time to head home!<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/NUhN60jqbgI?rel=0" width="640"></iframe>
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After such an exciting week, it's an emotional time as Phil and the team prepare to deconstruct the award-winning garden and head home.Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-84520620746010863122013-05-27T12:09:00.001+10:002013-05-27T12:09:19.326+10:00Better Homes & Gardens visits RHS Chelsea Flower Show<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Better Homes & Gardens and special guest, Kim Wilde, were taken on a tour through our winning RHS Chelsea Garden by Phil, Wes and the team.<br />
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Click <a href="http://au.tv.yahoo.com/plus7/better-homes-and-gardens/-/watch/17313203/fri-24-may-series-19-episode-17/" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the episode.<br />
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Australian native plant guru, <a href="http://www.gardeningwithangus.com.au/" target="_blank">Angus Stewart</a>, caught up with Phil at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show on the weekend.
Click <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pjlandscapes/phillip-johnson-interview-with">here</a> to listen to the interview.
Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-25787063257619789342013-05-23T11:18:00.003+10:002013-05-23T11:20:47.581+10:00Timelapse of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show build<iframe frameborder="0" height="500" src="https://www.facebook.com/video/embed?video_id=10151409185371516" width="500"></iframe><br />
Watch this fantastic timelapse video of the build at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
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The finished garden took a total of 17 days and 2,500 man-hours to build!Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-90251142409216812412013-05-22T16:13:00.000+10:002013-05-28T16:14:37.917+10:00Phillip Johnson and Wes Fleming interviewed on Lateline<div style="text-align: center;">
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Phil and Wes Fleming were interviewed by reporter Mary Gearin on Lateline. Click <a href="http://www.abc.net.au/lateline/content/2013/s3765389.htm" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the clip.</div>
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Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-14644098581355477922013-05-22T15:52:00.001+10:002013-05-22T16:24:34.816+10:00Fantastic media coverage on RHS Chelsea win<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Amidst the celebrations, Phillip Johnson and Wes Fleming have given numerous interviews in the past 24 hours. If you would like to view some of the articles, take a look at our Pinterest board <a href="http://pinterest.com/pjlandscapes/media/" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<br />Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-176746884654292292.post-35037421379562761232013-05-22T12:08:00.002+10:002013-05-22T12:08:22.627+10:00Phillip Johnson and Wes Fleming on Sunrise<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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David Koch and Melissa Boyle spoke with Phil and Wes about their historical win at RHS Chelsea Flower Show on Sunrise this morning. You can watch the full clip <a href="http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/watch/17276941/aussies-celebrate-flower-show-win/" target="_blank">here</a>.Phillip Johnson Landscapeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04704787086549545816noreply@blogger.com0