Winter doesn’t mean gardening gloves off Down Under. Gardening Australia returns this Friday,
6 June at 7:30 PM on ABC Australia with a frost-resistant episode packed with tips for keeping green thumbs busy through the colder months.
Host Costa Georgiadis takes viewers on a decidedly unique journey into the world of frog sanctuaries—examining how something as simple as a sauna can help these amphibious friends survive the winter chill. Meanwhile, Sophie Thomson turns her attention to camellias, offering expert advice on how to cultivate these stunning blooms even when temperatures drop.
Jerry Coleby-Williams continues his series of inspiring garden tours, this time venturing into the charming world of cottage gardens. Viewers seeking ideas for their own outdoor havens can take notes on design, plant choices, and the delicate art of creating a garden that feels both structured and delightfully wild.
Back on the how-to front, Clarence Slockee is building a flower tower, a surefire way to add some vertical interest to any space, while Josh Byrne shares his secrets for pruning fruit trees—crucial for a healthy harvest next season. Plus, the program visits a dedicated lavender farmer, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into cultivating these fragrant purple fields.
“Gardening Australia” airs this Friday at 7.30pm on ABC.
