Your H&G Readers’ letters

YO U R H&G

After putting the children to bed, I sat down to read the April issue of H&G and was delighted to see the Design Moment feature on Edna Walling. Having grown up in Scotland, I’m new to Edna’s history and style, but I recently came across a book about her, Gardens in Time by Jennie Churchill and Trisha Dixon, whom you quote in your story. It’s a lovely description of her designs and a glimpse into a pioneering female landscaper’s life. Lynne McCormack, Petersham, NSW Newly converted I recently subscribed to H&G and it’s now the most-read magazine in the house. My husband, who’s never previously shown an interest in or expressed an opinion on decor, will now hold up an issue of H&G at eye level, tap the page and say, “This would look great on that wall”. I smile and agree, while secretly imagining banging him on the head with the rolled-up magazine. Leigh Gordon, Newport, Queensland The upside of downsizing Congratulations to all the winners in the H&G Gardens of the Year Awards – your gardens are stunning! Having recently moved from a house with a big landscaped yard to an apartment, I dearly miss the joy of a garden. Your feature inspired me to purchase greenery for the smaller outdoor space that I now have. Thanks to you, I’ve discovered that a garden doesn’t have to be on a grand scale but just a happy green space to nurture and enjoy. Kirsty Polujan, Perth, WA Planning stage Having moved to Brisbane from London 18 months ago with my family, I am about to fulfil a lifelong dream to build my own home. I was always a big fan of homes magazines back in the UK, but I must say, Australian House & Garden is my favourite of all. Each month it inspires me. I’ve collected plenty of ideas, many of which I have incorporated into my home design. The kitchen special in March was just what I needed; I’ve added a built-in seat to the plans for my kitchen dining area after spotting one in your Beauty Treatment case study. I’m totally hooked on H&G and cannot wait for the next issue to hit the shelves. Well done. Geneve Gangemi, Brisbane, Queensland

W R I T E I N T O W I N

The author of every letter published receives $50. Our favourite also wins a great prize. This month,

Lynne McCormack of NSW wins two 60x60cm cushion covers in Mallee Gum and Firewheel, valued at $214, from Utopia Goods; www.utopiagoods.com. Email your letter to h&g@bauer-media.com.au with your full name and address or post to Your H&G, PO Box 4088, Sydney, NSW 1028. F L OW E R O F T H E M O N T H

A M A R A N T H U S

Colours Lime green, burgundy, red, cerise, mustard and brown. Shape Tassel-shaped f lowers hanging in long cords from tall, straight stems. “The tassels look beautiful cascading from an arrangement,” says f lorist Myra Perez from My Violet. Look for Vibrantly coloured f lowers and straight stems without blemishes. Best displayed “Amaranthus

looks spectacular either on its own, en masse, or mixed with other blooms,” says Myra. “If you want a cascading arrangement, use a tall, weighty cylindrical vase. For a trailing filler, use a short glass or copper vase.” Try combining brown and burgundy amaranthus with natives such as banksias and f lowering eucalyptus, or lime-green varieties with all-white blooms. My Violet, Redfern, NSW; 0405 910 029 or www.my violet.com.au. See Myra’s display using amaranthus on our Pinterest page in May.