Celebrating 10 years of Straightcurve at MIFGS

Introduction

This year’s Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show was more than just an annual celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and horticultural brilliance – it was a landmark event for our company.

We were proud to mark our 10-year anniversary by not only sponsoring the “Straightcurve Breaking Free Welcome Garden” – one of the first things visitors saw upon entering the show – but also by showcasing our most innovative and design-friendly landscaping products to date.

Whether you’re a DIY home gardener dreaming of a backyard transformation or a professional landscaper or designer searching for durable, high-end materials, this year’s show was filled with inspiration and practical insight. It also gave us the perfect opportunity to demonstrate what a decade of innovation in garden design really looks like.

This article is for you if you didn’t make it to MIFGS and want to know what you missed from Straightcurve.

Special thanks to urban landscape architect Bayley Luutomes, plus Mitch Farina and Laura van Wensveen from Bespoke Landscape & Design, for showcasing our products in the “Straightcurve Breaking Free MIFGS Welcome Garden” this year – a masterclass in thinking outside the box (or cube) and a perfect way to celebrate the versatility of our range.

A Warm Welcome: Sponsoring the 2025 Welcome Garden

First impressions matter, and as proud sponsors of the “Straightcurve Breaking Free Welcome Garden” at this year’s MIFGS, we had the unique opportunity to set the tone for the entire event.

Working with talented urban landscape designer Bayley Luutomes and Pro Landscapers Mitch and Laura from Bespoke, we supplied our signature range of steel landscape products – including our Flex 240mm Raised Garden Bed System and modular galvanised steel planters – to help bring their vision to life.

Visitors were welcomed into a space that combined thoughtful design with real-world practicality. The garden reflected everything we stand for: durability, ease of installation, aesthetic consistency, and a deep love for outdoor spaces.

Whether you’re into bright & bold colours and blocky shapes, or a more subtle colour palette mated to gently sweeping curves, the Welcome Garden offered a masterclass in impressive yet achievable design. It was a true example of what’s possible when high-quality materials meet creative minds – and a great way to highlight how our products can bring out the best in any garden, large or small.

Tip: Want to recreate a similar look? Explore our guide to steel garden edging ideas and modular planters, suitable for both small and large spaces.

At the Stand: Showcasing Innovation in Garden Design

Our exhibition stand was designed to be more than just a display—it was an experience. We wanted attendees to experience the quality of our products and explore how they could be applied to their own projects.

At the heart of our display was our newly released ClickConnect™ Garden Edging System, a revolutionary modular solution that makes it easier than ever to achieve crisp, professional edges without the need for special tools or complicated assembly. Developed with homeowners, designers, and landscape contractors in mind, ClickConnect™ delivers structural strength and visual impact with a fast and intuitive installation process.

Straightcurve Products Featured at MIFGS:

• ClickConnect™ Garden Edging System – Our newest innovation is designed for fast, tool-free assembly. Perfect for clean lines and structured garden borders.
• Modular steel planters – Stylish, robust, and endlessly versatile—perfect for patios, rooftops, or defining garden zones.
• Flexible steel raised garden bed panels – Ideal for curved beds, narrow spaces, or custom shapes—designed for both aesthetics and easy assembly.
• Pre-curved circular planters – For homeowners and designers wanting symmetry, elegance, and a soft geometric edge.

All of our products share the same durable finishes, high-end aesthetic, and modular flexibility, making it easy to mix and match them for a unified garden look. Whether you’re starting with a single planter or reimagining your entire landscape, you can create a cohesive, high-end look with ease.

Looking to improve curb appeal with high-end garden design? Explore our product range, designed to enhance your landscape while minimising maintenance.

Real-World Testing: Built in 9 Days

When you’re building a garden installation on a tight deadline, you need products that just work. The Melbourne show gave us a unique opportunity to test our materials under real-world time pressure—we had just nine days to build the Welcome Garden and our stand.

The result?
✅ Smooth assembly
✅ No special tools required
✅ Professional-grade finish under tight timelines

The show team, along with our partner landscapers and designers, put our systems to work in real-world conditions, where time was tight and the stakes were high. The result? Everything went in smoothly, held up beautifully, and looked stunning. It was living proof that our products are not only designed to perform, but also to save time, reduce labour, and minimise fuss – without sacrificing style.

Something you might not consider or notice when visiting a show like MIFGS is that just preparing for the show is a reminder that great garden design starts with user-friendly, durable materials – especially when the clock is ticking.

10 Years of Simply Better Garden Design

This show marked a special milestone: 10 years of helping gardens grow better. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve stayed true to one mission—making garden designs simply better through smart, well-engineered landscaping products that combine durability with design flair.

Over the past decade, we’ve worked with homeowners, professional landscapers, landscape architects, councils, and developers. Our products have been used in everything from backyard DIYs to large-scale public installations.

Through it all, we’ve remained committed to offering a family of products that share the same quality, finish, and aesthetic appeal so designers and gardeners can build with confidence and consistency.

Over the years, our products have been used in:

• Backyard makeovers
• Council and public space projects
• Award-winning designer gardens
• Commercial developments

Curious about how we started? Read more about our story and our mission to make garden designs simply better.

Partnering with Landscape Designers and Professionals

One of the most exciting parts of this year’s show was the opportunity to collaborate with talented landscape designers and contractors. We supplied our products to a number of garden displays across the showgrounds and gave each team the freedom to experiment, innovate, and bring their unique visions to life.

The results were extraordinary. Our edging, planters, and garden bed systems were used in a variety of ways—from clean, contemporary layouts to wild, organic plantings—proving just how versatile and design-friendly our materials really are. It was incredibly rewarding to see the creativity of the landscaping community in action, and to support them with the tools they need to succeed.

If you’re a landscape professional, explore our trade solutions and find out how we can support your next project.

Urban Landscape Architect Bayley Luutomes

Mitch Farina and Laura van Wensveen from Bespoke Landscape & Design

Connecting with Gardeners: Turning Ideas Into Reality

Perhaps the best part of the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show was the chance to meet so many passionate homeowners and gardeners.

From those embarking on their very first project to experienced green thumbs looking to refine their landscape, the conversations were full of excitement, curiosity, and a shared love for beautiful outdoor spaces.

Many visitors told us they were looking for ways to:

• Make their home and garden look more appealing
• Create gardens that are easy to keep neat and tidy
• Design cohesive outdoor spaces using products that work seamlessly together.

Our product range ticks all those boxes—and more. By focusing on long-lasting materials, elegant finishes, and flexible installation systems, we’ve created a suite of solutions that empower anyone to build better gardens, whether you’re working on a weekend DIY or designing a large residential project..

Not sure where to start? Browse our DIY garden edging solutions.

Looking Ahead: Design with Confidence

As we reflect on the incredible energy and inspiration of the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2025, we’re more excited than ever about the future of garden design – and the role our company can play in it.

We’re committed to continuing our journey of innovation, working closely with both professionals and passionate home gardeners to develop new products that respond to real-world needs. Whether you’re designing a private sanctuary or building a show garden, we’re here to help make the process simpler, more beautiful, and more rewarding.

The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2025 reminded us of why we do what we do: to make beautiful, functional gardens easier to achieve for everyone.

Here’s to the next 10 years of durable, design-forward landscaping.

Resources

• Best garden edging for a beautiful, low-maintenance garden
• Corten steel edging: A quick guide to weathering steel
• Metal garden edging myths & misconceptions: A smarter buyer’s guide
• Garden edging: The essential guide for gardeners and landscapers
• Explore Straightcurve’s range of garden edging solutions
• Straightcurve Flex: 100mm high garden edging
• Straightcurve Rigid: 100mm high garden edging
• Straightcurve Zero-Flex: 100mm high garden edging
• In-ground garden edging inspiration