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Justin Russell

Justin Russell

Recent articles by Justin Russell

November planting
What to plant

What to plant in November

With November just around the corner, JUSTIN RUSSELL introduces you to a month of planting for abundance.

Exclusion Bagging
Pests & diseases

How to control fruit fly

JUSTIN RUSSELL suggests ways to keep destructive fruit fly at bay so you can enjoy your organically grown fruit.

Super fruit: capsicums
Vegetables

The mighty capsicum

JUSTIN RUSSELL gets to the seedy heart of capsicums and comes to the conclusion we'd be 'stuffed' without them.

Exclusion Bagging
Organic solutions

Controlling fruit fly

It's time to start thinking about protecting your summer crops from fruit fly. Justin Russell has a few solutions that will help.

Fruit Fly Crop Protection
Maintenance

October gardening jobs

No matter where your organic garden is located, this timely advice will keep your plot healthy and productive.

Eggplant harvest
What to plant

Planting tips for October

In many areas, October has bid farewell to spring but hasn't fully welcomed summer. JUSTIN RUSSELL shares his tips on what to plant now. 

Saturated Soil
Soil

Restoring sodden soil

With summer rains on the way, it's time to explores some gentle techniques to help restore your wet, wet, wet soil.

Spring Onion
Basics

Time to start planting your summer vegies

Welcome spring! Get outside and plant your hands in the dirt writes JUSTIN RUSSELL.

lemon tree flower
Maintenance

Gardening jobs for September

Got plans this weekend? JUSTIN RUSSELL recommends a two-day dose of gardening. 

Seed Packets
Propagating

Spring seed sowing 101

Confused about which seed to sow where? Not sure which potting mix to use? JUSTIN RUSSELL has you covered.

Ancient grains
Organic solutions

Ancient grains

From chia and quinoa to buckwheat and amaranth, ancient grains are being rediscovered, so why not try your hand at growing these highly nutritious pseudo-cereals that are also gluten free, writes JUSTIN RUSSELL.

planting beetroot seedlings
What to plant

What to plant in August

To know what to sow now, wherever you are across Oz, check out JUSTIN RUSSELL's guide to August planting.

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