Over the past decade the concept of interior landscaping has evolved from being an afterthought to an integral part of a well-designed workplace. No longer satisfied with a lonely peace lily at reception, indoor plants are now thoughtfully integrated into offices to become the feature of a communal space, an impressive entrance statement, or to create privacy and softness between workstations. This new found reverence for indoor plants is based on a growing understanding of the positive impact that nature has on our creativity, our stress levels and our happiness. Adding to this is an increa ..read more

With Winter fast approaching, we sat down with Maddison Lippman from Exotic Nurseries to find out the best way to care for our beloved plants during the cooler months. Exotic Nurseries is one of Australia’s leading wholesale nurseries with over 30 years of experience, so it’s fair to say they know a thing or two about keeping your plants happy! How should people prepare their plants for the cooler months? With the colder weather well and truly approaching it is ideal to protect our leafy friends from high winds that prove to be quite a challenge throughout Winter. If however, your plants are ..read more

With international travel almost impossible, we’re left with one choice… travel Australia! With so many magical places to visit, now is the time to explore the wonders in your own backyard! We’ve put together a list of 7 must-see destinations across all states and territories… except ACT. Sorry Canberrans. Freycinet National Park, Tasmania The Freycinet National Park is home to the stunning Wineglass Bay. With inviting crystal-clear waters and white sands, the bay is a sight not to be missed! Freycinet National Park is also home to the Freycinet Peninsula and the Hazards – the mountain range ..read more

Howdy Partner! Looking for the next big character to add to your garden or indoor plant family?? The Euphorbia, or Cowboy Cactus, is the man for you! He is low maintenance and drought tolerant; ideal for those who are not known for their gardening skills! Preferred living situation: When planting outside, the Cowboy loves long warm days in full sun but will also be happy with a little shade. The cactus can still thrive inside but be sure to place in a nice sunny position! This spikey guy likes a mild climate making it perfect for Sydney and our southern neighbours. Moving address: This is no ..read more

At The Balcony Garden, we’re incredibly lucky to be an exclusive stockist of our Tommaso Range®; Italian Terracotta pots from Tuscany. Each stunning piece from this range is crafted by hand, using Galestro Colorobbia®, a Tuscan raw material of high organic quality and a guarantee of excellence. We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Monica from Laboratoria San Rocco to find out what life is like in Tuscany and the love that goes into making each and every pot. When we think of Italy, the first thing we think is Love. Love of people, love of food, love of design, and love of life! What ..read more

The Balcony Garden is hosting an exclusive Succulent Bowl Workshop! At this intimate hands-on event you’ll create the ultimate succulent bowl to take home and enjoy, and receive expert advice on all things garden and design from Josh Harrison, founder of Harrison’s Landscaping. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase plants from Exotic Nurseries (normally trade only) and enjoy some treats from Mrs Jones The Baker.  Tickets are limited, so don’t miss out! When: Saturday 10th April Time: 10am (event will run for 1-2 hours) Where: The Balcony Garden, 9/19 Rodborough Rd, Frenchs Forest ..read more

This International Women’s Day we want to celebrate all the amazing women who are making waves in the landscaping industry. To kick things off, we sat down with a few of the women who we find particularly inspiring to find out a little bit more about what they do and how they will be spending this #IWD. The theme for this year is #ChooseToChallenge and we think all these women live up to that hashtag! What will you challenge this year? Nicola Cameron – Pepo Botanic Design Tell us a little bit about your business and how you started? When I was 28 I worked in TV production, one night while i ..read more

At Urban Plant Boutique, we source quality plants & designer pots to help people create lush urban spaces. Our focus is on interior and patio spaces and finding the right plant for the right space and we offer onsite interior plantscape design consultations to help people create their very own lush urban space. We also support local designers and stock a range of botanical greeting cards and notebooks by local artists Jasmine is our boutique founder and resident Horticulturalist who holds a Diploma of Garden Design. She’s passionate about indoor plants and the benefits they bring to our ..read more

Lisa Kaplan Design brings nature, people and buildings into balance by transforming the spaces outside your home to create a rejuvenating and relaxing environment you can enjoy for years to come. We have a relaxed chat with founder, Lisa and also find out what women inspire her this International Women’s Day. Which women inspire you? I’d have to say my own mother has always been my ‘North Star’ and has inspired me to always be the best I can, whether as a parent, a friend, a partner and in business. Motherhood is ultimately a leadership role and I see it in my friends who are parents and it ..read more

There are few “It” plants that have stood the test of time like the ever-popular Fiddle Leaf Fig. Just look at her here in all her glory. Lush, exotic, luxurious… and a real pain to keep alive! But even with all her needs, people still can’t get enough! So with that, here’s what you need to know about this gorgeous but temperamental beauty. Preferred living situation: The Fiddle Leaf Fig likes warm and humid environments with plenty of sunlight and regular water. Your Fiddle Leaf should be placed in a nice bright position indoors, but avoid direct sunlight which may burn the leaves. Fiddle L ..read more