Elissa Astorino Garden Design

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  • Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda

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    It was truly spectacular to experience The Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda, designed by Phillip Johnson . This incredible garden showcases over 400 Australian species. In 2013, Phillip Johnson, Wes Fleming, and the Trailfinders team’s ‘Australian Garden’ made history as the first Australian display to win at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show. Not only did…

  • Summer 2024 HortInsights

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    The Summer 2024 edition of HortInsights is out now, and I’m thrilled to share my reflections on attending the Australian Institute of Horticulture Annual Conference! Held from October 24–26, 2024, at The Link in Toormina, New South Wales. This event brought together talented industry professionals for inspiring discussions and I’m proud to have contributed my…

  • Women in Landscaping

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    🌿 Trailblazer Tuesday Spotlight: Elissa Astorino – Pioneering Horticulturist and Landscape Designer from Niagara Falls, ON 🌿 This hashtag#TrailblazerTuesday, we’re excited to feature Elissa Astorino, whose bold approach to horticulture and landscape design inspires us all. Elissa’s career is a testament to the power of embracing risks and pushing boundaries in pursuit of growth. 🌺…

  • Landscape Queensland Construction Excellence Awards Gala

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    During my time in Brisbane with Yards Pty. Ltd. I had the privilege of working on this stunning garden that was recently crowned the 2024 Residential Maintenance Winner at the Landscape Queensland Construction Excellence Awards Gala. It was an incredible experience to work alongside the talented Yards team, whose dedication and precision in creating and…

  • Evergreen Infrastructure

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    This week, I had the opportunity to meet with Michael Casey and Stella Hinrichsen from Evergreen Infrastructure to explore the fascinating world of green walls and green roofs. It was incredible to hear about the design and maintenance process of these stunning examples of green infrastructure. I was introduced to various systems used for green…

  • Semken Landscaping

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    Over the past two months with Semken Landscaping, I’ve worked on a wide range of residential and commercial landscapes around Melbourne. During this time, I’ve noticed some interesting similarities in plant choices between Melbourne and back home in Ontario, as both regions share a temperate climate. Melbourne’s milder winters and drier summers, however, allow for…

  • AIH Annual Conference

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    I had the pleasure of attending the Australian Institute of Horticultures Annual Conference, a fantastic opportunity to learn and connect with industry professionals from across Australia. The conference featured engaging talks covering topics like designing cool, shaded park areas, fostering community engagement through planting, the role of native bees, and much more. A huge thank…

  • Classic Bellingen Town Garden

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    As part of an @aust_institute_of_horticulture garden tour, I visited a private garden in Bellingen. The garden, known as the Classic Bellingen Town Garden, was designed by Claudia Nevell of @gardenexpressions , who won the AIH Green Space Residential Award for this outstanding design. This garden features a central lawn with an outstanding Frangipani, a stone fountain from France and…

  • Professional Leadership Award

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    I am honoured to be chosen as the recipient for the Professional Leadership Award from the Master Gardeners of Niagara. “This award is to honor a graduating 3rd-year student at the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in community minded initiatives through their actions and influence. Awarded to a student who…

  • Ornamental Horticulture Diploma

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    I’m proud to announce that I’ve officially graduated from the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture with Honours—one of only six institutions worldwide of its kind, and one of only two set within a botanical garden environment. I extend my deepest thanks to the instructors, administration, and alumni for their unwavering support, dedication, and guidance over…