A low maintenance garden design using Australian native plants | Behind the Garden Gate

Over the last 12 years, the owners of this garden have transformed it into a low maintenance Australian native garden that's brimming with great garden design ideas. Join me, Chloe from Bean There Dug That, as we delve behind the garden gate of this urban oasis in Glen Iris, Australia.
This Australian garden tells a story of transformation, from a predominantly paved driveway to a lush oasis inspired by a passion for native plants. The front yard is now home to many beautiful and sometimes rare Australian native plants - it creates privacy from the street and a habitat for local wildlife.
A focal point of the backyard is a tranquil pond, where native ferns thrive amidst fallen tree fern trunks, a testament to nature's resilience and regeneration. Here, a quirky lamp post adds whimsy to the serene ambiance, while established trees offer shade and privacy, framing the space for Jessie, the resident "wombat," to explore.
As we wander through the garden, we encounter surprises at every turn - from standard Grevilleas attracting bees to Finger Limes bursting with zesty pearls.
In the covered space close to the house, hanging baskets filled with mostly indoor plants thrive in a microclimate , while Wollemi Pines grow happily in pots. Over the years, she's cultivated not just plants but a local community, sharing her love for gardening in Australia with passersby and fellow enthusiasts.
In this low-maintenance sanctuary, Debbie's dedication has transformed a suburban space into a thriving ecosystem, showcasing the beauty and sustainability of Australian native plants in urban gardens. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more garden tours. Until next time!
Chapters:
00:00-00:20 - Intro
00:21-01:49 - Large Australian native trees for screening & privacy in the frontyard
01:50-03:50 - Some tricky spots, dying plants and new plantings in the frontyard
03:51-04:58 - Before & after photos + some rare Australian native plants
04:59-05:29 - Foliage over flowers in this garden
05:30-06:55 - How to successfully grow Eucalyptus 'Silver Princess'
06:56-07:28 - Grevillea 'Superb'
07:29-08:39 - Into the backyard and exploring the natural pond
08:40-09:42 - Planting around the pond to soften and hide the edges
09:43-12:09 - Across the backyard with privacy screening, a clever fertilising regime and a beautiful bird bath
12:10-12:43 - Vines or creepers that possums don't eat!
12:44-13:38 - What happens when the Acacia dies?
13:39-14:15 - What's inside the Finger Lime fruit?
14:16-15:15 - The covered entertaining deck with hanging baskets
15:16-15:48 - Outro
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[@ElleAshterra]

You show us the most wonderful Aussie gardens. Thank you!

[@BeanThereDugThat]

I'm so glad you enjoy my tours - thanks for watching :-)

[@roovawal]

Such a great video! Great hints and tips, little interesting stories, a beautiful smile, lovely music and your explanation isn't rushed so easy to listen to and enjoy what you're showing us. Your camera person is doing a great job too!

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thanks so much for your feedback - it's made our days! Camera person (aka my husband) is very happy to hear he's appreciated by viewers too :-)

[@francesmclaren7881]

Beautiful garden. Love your garden tours.

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thank you so much Frances - I'm glad you enjoy them :-)

[@angelajane3913]

It makes me so happy to see people making gardens like these 💚🌿🐦‍⬛🐝

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Batch22green]

I LOVE this garden. I'm off to Kuranga right now!

[@BeanThereDugThat]

INSPIRED - love it!

[@user-tt7en1us9k]

So glad to see you again

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Oh that's so lovely of you to say! Thank you for watching :-)

[@dartology]

Wow what an amazing garden. Lovely environment to relax and observe local wildlife.

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Glad you enjoyed it and yes it's certainly very well loved by the local wildlife!

[@gardentours]

So much better than a parking for cars 🌱🌱🌱👍

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Sooooooooo much better! What a waste having all the garden space as car parking!!

[@in9170]

Thank you for the tour, explanations and history of this beautiful garden with lots of natives and habitat.

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thanks so much for watching :-)

[@farmplantsandseeds]

Got to love a native garden, those acacias were amazing. And presenter with such pretty hair! 😀 thanks

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Such elegant plants aren't they! And thanks re my hair ;-)

[@dorothyxu4033]

Love your videos, bring us so many wonderful gardens and inspirations.

[@BeanThereDugThat]

So nice of you to let me know - thank you! You've made my day :-)

[@ivyclark70]

What a beautiful native plant garden! Thank you for filming and sharing it with us. Do you know how often Debbie prunes back the plants in her garden, and what time of year?

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Hi! So glad you enjoyed it - thanks for letting me know :-) As a general rule, prune back plants after they've finished flowering. Many of the natives hear flower in late summer and into autumn. So pruning would be in spring. Best to avoid the peak of summer for any hard pruning :-)

[@amandaparry-leithhead9268]

Great video Chloe. I had some questions but you answered them at the end. I have a number of these plants also so thanks for all your explanations 💚

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Glad it was helpful and we answered your questions :-)

[@jerryvarghese734]

Excellent Garden. Great presentation. Looking forward to seeing more videos

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thank you! New videos fortnightly at the moment - but we'd love to be able to do them weekly!

[@lorrainel2314]

Beautiful garden and it looks loved 💚🤎

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thanks so much for watching :-) Glad you enjoyed the garden!

[@Kay-qt2id]

Absolutely beautiful

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thank you! 😊

[@LindasFlowersandVegetablesGard]

Thanks for sharing this beautiful garden! subscribed!

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Thanks so much for subscribing Linda :-)

[@BanyoeLandscape]

Wow nice... happy gardening😊

[@BeanThereDugThat]

So nice of you to say - thanks :-)

[@happyhappyaus2128]

If only everyone went native!

[@BeanThereDugThat]

We certainly need more people to get into it! It's catching on more and more :-)

[@acerola555]

Love this garden! You mention the berries of an Ash tree, is this blueberry ash? It's on my tentative plant list and I'd love some insight before committing.

[@BeanThereDugThat]

No it's not a blueberry ash (Elaeocarpus reticulatus) - this was an English Ash (Fraxinus)

[@flowerfairy1950]

I hate the words "low maintenance"

[@BeanThereDugThat]

Better than people asking for “no maintenance” gardens 😱 aka fake grass and plastic plants!!!