Better Homes and Gardens

Friday September 12 7:30pm (G)

Go behind the scenes to see how Dean Herald creates his latest amazing garden here in Australia. No expense has been spared – the formal landscape will unfold around a geometric series of water gardens with a stunning sculpture at its centre. A 57 column arbour will border one half of the garden, whilst a Juliet balcony will dominate the other half.

Plus, Spring vegies to plant now, even if you haven't got a garden; Fast Ed's honey king prawns with crispy noodles; Tara shows what's new and best in vacuum cleaners - don't get sucked in; three great solutions for those “problem spots” around the backyard; remember sea monkeys - now meet the billabong bugs; how to combat mould around your home; and Karen cooks a delicious baked pasta that's also perfect for the freezer.

Friday September 5 7:30pm (G)

FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL

Get ready for Father’s Day with this episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS with Rob’s picks of the hottest new products on the DIY market, and build your own backyard putting green to help Dad get his handicap on track.

Plus, the top seven herbs so easy to grow at home; how to use fresh herbs in a classic French chicken dish; Fast Ed’s sweet and savoury waffles; Dr Harry reveals how to pick a healthy puppy for your family; Tara turns a cheap cupboard into the perfect home craft solution; Feeding and pruning tips for your garden this weekend; and meet Poppet - the pet pig with a problem.

Friday August 29 7:30pm (G)

SERIES RETURN - SPRING SPECIAL

Step into Spring with the best new season gardening, cooking, decorating ideas and more in tonight’s series return of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS.

Try Fast Ed's easy Lemon Tea Cake; what to do now for the best Spring lawns; create a stylish outdoor entertaining area that looks a million; Karen has the tastiest canned Tuna Salad ever; Dr Harry meets a naughty puppy who's the prince of thieves; the safest trampoline for kids; on sale now - latest Spring flowers and stunning orchids for pots and balconies; and meet some cute miniature goats for a pet with a difference.

Friday August 1 7:30pm (G)

Whether you’re an owner or a renter, gardening on a balcony can be challenging. Jason and Joh are going to take that challenge to new heights by making over FOUR balconies – the most they’ve ever done!

Plus, Fast Ed sets a new record (previously held by himself) by cooking a three-course meal in under five minutes; Has Dr Harry found the world’s tallest horse?; Tara takes Australia’s messiest spare room and de-clutters it, turning it into a beautiful sitting room; and how to take the fastest dog in the world home with you as part of the Greyhound Adoption Program.

Also Graham visits three spectacular gardens in Suzhou, known as the garden city of China; put your kids on the path to becoming Socceroos when Rob explains how to build some PVC soccer posts at home; and tips on planting a bumper crop of potatoes.

Friday July 24
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, the tastiest chicken noodle soup for a cold weekend and how to improve your citrus trees in just 30 minutes.

Plus turn wasted space into more space at your place; Dr Harry visits 'Pretty Boy' a budgie with an itchy problem; What to plant now for the best garden colour; Fast Ed makes his favourite sweet 'n sour pork in a unique serving dish; One of the world's strangest animals - the chinese crested dog; Tara's tips for organising jewellery; and Graham's tour of China's greatest gardens continues with the ' Master of the Nets'.

Friday July 18
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, an exclusive tour of one of China's greatest gardens, thousands of years in the making.

Plus Fast Ed's green chicken curry; new season colours for your home; the best camellias out now; a DIY kids kitchen; and light up your garden.

Friday July 11
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, Fast Ed makes an inexpensive and tasty meatloaf and great ideas to give your home more privacy from neighbours and prying eyes.

Plus Joh and Jason turn a boring backyard into an adventure garden for kids; Tara shows how you can transform a cheap canvas into a DIY masterpiece for your walls; Dr Harry treats four donkeys with issues; Karen makes a savoury baked ricotta; and Graham opens his Garden Clinic to tackle some common plant problems.

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS is presented by JOHANNA GRIGGS with GRAHAM ROSS, DR HARRY COOPER, ROB PALMER, ED HALMAGYI, JASON HODGES, KAREN MARTINI and TARA DENNIS.

Friday July 4
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, if your kitchen is drab and tired, see how some style secrets can transform it for under $4,000.

Plus, Fast Ed makes Gingerbread Men; the latest range of fences, including a new picket fence you'll never have to paint; Dr Harry treats a spotty little turtle called Squirt; the best ferns for home and garden; if you love bacon, how about trying it in a roast?; an easy DIY stairway stool; and now's the time to plant a free Frangipani plus colourful daisies.

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS is presented by JOHANNA GRIGGS with GRAHAM ROSS, DR HARRY COOPER, ROB PALMER, ED HALMAGYI, JASON HODGES, KAREN MARTINI and TARA DENNIS.

Friday June 27 7:30pm (G) on Seven

Fast Ed updates a pasta dish, Dr Harry offers his tips to introduce a new pet into the family and Tara has a cosy winter creation and a craft idea for the kids

Plus, Jason creates a tropical garden, Dr Harry’s solves a dog’s phobia, Karen creates one of the all time favourite Italian deserts, Rob gets creative and builds an artistic table for a terrarium and Graham will share his sure-fire solution to Petal Blight, and other tips to get your azaleas looking tops!

Friday June 20 7:30pm (G) on Seven

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, tradies tips to save time and money around your home and Fast Ed whips up his own version of Australia's iconic chiko roll.

Plus, the best Lemon tree and winter vegies to plant now; kick out the car and turn a garage into a low-cost new room; July lawn care; Dr Harry meets a dog who attacks mowers; Karen's lamb and eggplant curry with chutney; a DIY bed for a little Princess; and the latest and greatest pots to dress up balconies and courtyards.

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS is presented by JOHANNA GRIGGS with GRAHAM ROSS, DR HARRY COOPER, ROB PALMER, ED HALMAGYI, JASON HODGES, KAREN MARTINI and TARA DENNIS.

Friday June 13
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, Jason shows you how to build a spectacular garden centrepiece – a woodfire pizza oven! And Ed has the recipe for a traditional thin crust pizza to cook in it.

Plus, get the composting lowdown from Graham and turn your garden waste into a four-course meal for your garden; Karen’s coconut macaroons; Rob looks at the different options for doggy doors and how to install them; Tara has three book storage projects to add a touch of class to your home; and get off on the right track to owning a party when Dr Harry shows you how to catch one.

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS is presented by JOHANNA GRIGGS with GRAHAM ROSS, DR HARRY COOPER, ROB PALMER, ED HALMAGYI, JASON HODGES, KAREN MARTINI and TARA DENNIS.

Friday June 6
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, Rob and Jason makeover an outdoor living space while Joh checks out some of the best Better Homes projects that our viewers have created at home in “Show Us Yours”.

Plus, Karen puts a red wine spin on classic Italian risotto; how to add masses of colour to your garden this winter; Tara recycles old ties and jackets to create funky new garments; Ed’s slow cooked beef stroganoff casserole; Dr Harry explains how rats can be surprisingly good pets; and Graham visits an enchanting fragrant garden in Victoria’s Dandenong Rangges.

Friday May 30 7:30pm (G)

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, Graham explains why you don’t need sun for a brilliant garden as he converts a dark, lifeless space into a dazzling shade garden.

Plus, a DIY reading and book chair; Karen’s mum’s pea and ham soup recipe; five secrets to a perfect apple pie; how to stay warm outside this winter with the latest outdoor heating products; location and planting tips for rose gardeners; cosy up your bedroom using colour and tactile finishes; and how to keep your pets warm this winter.

Friday May 23
7:30pm

Tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS comes to you from the world's greatest flower show, Chelsea in London. Join JAMIE DURIE and Graham Ross as they check out amazing new plants, and garden and courtyard ideas. And see the building of Jamie's all-Australian show-garden entry.

Plus, guest celebrity chef NIGELLA LAWSON cooks us her mustard pork chops; a DIY garden swing the kids will love; Fast Ed makes classic British shortbread with a difference; Dr Harry road tests the English Springer Spaniel; and Tara shows the tricks of the trade to create stunning flower arrangements for your home.

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS is presented by JOHANNA GRIGGS with GRAHAM ROSS, DR HARRY COOPER, ROB PALMER, ED HALMAGYI, JASON HODGES, KAREN MARTINI and TARA DENNIS.

Friday May 16
7:30pm

On tonight’s episode of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS, UK pop star Kim Wilde is now presenting gardening shows for the BBC. She takes our own Graham Ross around a remarkable garden she’s created herself.

Johanna has a look at some of the best projects from BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS that our viewers have created at home - this is an inspirational segment where you get to Show Us Yours!

Plus, Karen’s bacon and egg picnic pie; a DIY invisible laundry makeover from Tara and Rob; Ed’s camping near Mudgee and he’s using local produce for a slow roasted lamb dinner; Graham shows you the correct way to transplant trees and shrubs; Jason’s top three pruning tools; and Dr Harry shows you how to teach your pets a few simple tricks.

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS is presented by JOHANNA GRIGGS with GRAHAM ROSS, DR HARRY COOPER, ROB PALMER, ED HALMAGYI, JASON HODGES, KAREN MARTINI and TARA DENNIS.