To harvest, or not to harvest? It can be tricky to know when garlic is ready to be dug up, but JUSTIN RUSSELL has a simple method that doesn't involve counting leaves, and ignores the theory of set planting and harvesting dates.
Solving Problems
Organic Watermelon Frame
Small spaces won’t stop PHIL DUDMAN from growing his favourite organic crops. This week it’s watermelon!
Encouraging Aerobic Bacteria
A failed wastewater system reminds JUSTIN RUSSELL about the importance of aerobic bacteria in decomposing organic waste.
Homemade organic sprays to kill aphids on garlic
The sap-sucking pests didn't know what hit them, writes SIMON WEBSTER.
Zucchini Frame Update
With wet and windy weather dominating, PHIL DUDMAN’s zucchini frame is proving it’s worth.
Experiments in Tomato Growing
Tomatoes are almost everyone's summer favourite, but they can be temperamental plants to grow. JUSTIN RUSSELL wonders whether gardeners over-cultivate tomatoes, and plans an experiment in leaving the plants to their own devices.
Organic Papaw Revival
Last winter was tough on papaws. PHIL DUDMAN shares his tips for getting your organic papaws back in shape.
The Benefits of Thinning Fruit
When it comes to fruit, can you have too much of a good thing? The answer's yes, and JUSTIN RUSSELL explains the benefits of thinning out a bumper crop.
Broccoli harvest is a net gain
SIMON WEBSTER celebrates a win over the caterpillars.
How to train organic zucchini/courgettes
PHIL DUDMAN’s organic zucchinis have been framed, and he explains why.
