Plants & Vegetables

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The Power of Compost

Compost Making

Compost has lots of proven benefits for the garden. JUSTIN RUSSELL visits a historic property in Toowoomba and shares the story of an old eucalypt saved by a top dressing of remedial "black gold".

Howdy doodhi

The doodhis are coming thin and fast for SIMON WEBSTER.

In Praise of Feijoas

Feijoa Harvest

Feijoas are a tough and adaptable plant for the organic home garden. JUSTIN RUSSELL sings the praises of this myrtle relative and its delicious fruit.

How to Harvest Corn

Sweet Corn

Does your sweet corn look ripe for the picking? JUSTIN RUSSELL shares his tips on how to harvest, cook and eat the perfect cob.

Masanobu Fukuoka’s spiritual revolution

SIMON WEBSTER looks at a legendary Japanese farmer in action.

How to Grow Organic Eggplant

Eggplant is the perfect summer crop for organic gardeners, but it doesn’t come without its challenges, says PHIL DUDMAN

Summer seed sowing

Veg Garden Summer

With the lazy days of summer well and truly upon us, it's time to do some relaxed pottering about the garden. JUSTIN RUSSELL suggests sowing seeds and planting seedlings in anticipation of a winter harvest.

New Guinea bean keeps its cool

SIMON WEBSTER finds a plant with many names that loves the subtropics.

Better in the shade

Don’t let your organic crops wilt to mush in the blistering summer sun. Give them a chance with a little shade. PHIL DUDMAN shares his shady tips.