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If you've ever seen pineapples growing, then you'll know that bromeliads are closely related. Great indoors, or outdoors in a shady location outside, they're hardy and easy-to-grow, even for the novice gardener. Collectors like the many different shapes, sizes, foliage types and flower colours, and they're available to buy all year round.
A beautiful and easy-to-grow houseplant. Historically brought out of China but only recently have gardeners all around the world been enjoying it. Small, mound-shaped plant with attractive foliage, it's normally grown in containers out of direct sunlight.
The cockscomb is a low-growing flowering plant for your garden that comes in different shapes and colours. Buy them as young plants from the seedling bench or as larger potted colours at different times of the year from your local Bunnings nursery.
Lucky bamboo is one of the most popular indoor plants as it's very easy to care for and easy to grow. They can be grown in a glass of water for many years with only occasional feeding, or in potting mix. Lucky bamboo is rated the best of all indoor plants at being able to survive under low light or artificial lighting.
Marigolds are hardy garden plants that can be bought as seedlings or as potted colours at certain times of the year. They come in a range of colours but typically are seen as bright yellows and oranges. They're easy to grow and are great for companion planting with your tomatoes.
The phalaenopsis orchid is easy to care for and is available in a wide range of colours. They're a very popular variety due to their elegant appearance and are ideally suited to life indoors. Often cheaper than a bunch of flowers, they make great gifts and are very rewarding with their stunning 'moth' shaped orchid flowers, which can last for up to 2 or 3 months.
The peace lily is often described as the ideal houseplant. They look good all year round, are easy to look after and grow in any part of the house or outside in protected shade areas. Peace lilies are known to clean indoor air and have striking foliage. The largest of the Spathiphyllum, it has oversized foliage and pure white flowers, sure to brighten up your home.
Sometimes called the ‘money plant', devil's ivy is one of the best trailing plants. In warmer climates, it can grow outside, but in cooler climates, it's normally an indoor plant. Traditionally grown on a totem but now favoured for hanging baskets, vertical gardens and one of the most popular gift plants around. Devil's ivy is easy to look after and comes in green and gold-leaved forms.
Here are some other plants that you'll find in your nurseries most of the year round that are considered good fortune by Asian gardeners and Feng Shui practitioners around the world.
Check out your local Bunnings nursery to pick up a lucky plant for your home or as a gift for someone else.
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
