Recent articles by Jian Liu
Grow nasturtiums
Nasturtiums are one of the easiest multi-function plants you can grow, writes Jian Liu – a bright addition to any space.
How to master the art of growing plants in containers
Pots are used in smaller yards to conserve space, but growing in containers can be very handy, no matter the size of your garden.
Grow garlic in your backyard
Why spend a fortune buying garlic when you can grow this nutritious flavour-enhancer in your own backyard or even a pot?
How to grow wombok
Add this Asian green to your patch for a fresh addition to stir-fries, salads and soups. You'll also have the main ingredient to make kimchi.
Fast-growing greens to fill garden gaps
Autumn is a good time to plant fast-growing green to help fill garden gaps when your summer harvest is over.
Add spice with chillies
Jian Liu loves growing and eating chillies and capsicums, from the hot to the mild. Here’s how to get started in your own garden and choose what’s right for you.
Grow colourful corn!
Corn in all its colours and types thrives in our hot summers and can be packed into a small space making it an ideal backyard vegie, writes Jian Liu.
The joys of growing rhubarb
The scent of rhubarb and apple pie coming from a kitchen is oh-so tempting, especially when you've grown the rhubarb yourself. You can get started with these tips from Jian Liu.
Expert tips for the best homegrown broccoli
Jian Liu shares her answer to an important question when you are starting to grow broccoli in your patch: is it better to plant seeds or seedlings?
Tips for growing edible plants in winter
Winter brings softer light and shorter days, with long shadows creating shady spots that can be difficult to grow in, but these tips from Jian Liu will help.
Grow your own fruit salad
Having your own fruit harvest means you have access to fresh produce at its peak flavour and juiciness. Jian Liu has many favourites – here's two you might want to grow yourself.
Grow your own fruit: babaco and rockmelon
Fresh fruit is the best on a hot summer's day and these two will add a sweetness to a fruit salad that everyone will love.