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Recent articles by Organic Gardener

Saving seeds and then packaging them up as gifts.
Organic life

The art of organic gift giving

We gardeners have plenty to give, whether it's a homemade present from our harvests, sharing our growing experience or taking the time to help others.

A fruit tree that has been trained or espaliered to save space.
Build your garden

How to maximise your garden space

Maximise the space available in your garden so you can enjoy an ongoing supply of fresh produce.

Creating a wicking bed
Basics

Creating a wicking bed

Spring is almost sprung so now’s the perfect time to make a wicking bed to keep your plants well watered.

students at Riverina TAFE
Organic solutions

The language of growing

A unique educational program is helping new refugees learn permaculture and English language skills, writes KYLIE McGREGOR.

herb infused oils
Organic solutions

Make your own herb-infused oils and balms

Make your own herb-infused oils and medicinal balms with naturopath ANTHIA KOULLOUROS. 

HMAA 2016 Magazine Laurel
Organic solutions

More Accolades for ABC Organic Gardener

Organic Gardener has won HMAA’s “Magazine Laurel” for 2016 and our website was a finalist at the recent HMAA Laurel Awards.

feedlot cows
Organic solutions

The meat debate

DAVID HOLMGREN, MARC LLEWELLYN and PAUL WEST contemplate the omnivore's dilemna. 

Make your own pyrethrum
Pests & diseases

Make your own pyrethrum

Penny Woodward is an expert in using herbs to help control pests naturally. Here she tells how to make your own pyrethrum spray.

The CSIRO’s Newcastle solar thermal station
Organic homes

Renewable energy breakthroughs

Dr. REESE HALTER reveals some of the technological, social and farming breakthroughs that will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Madelaine Scott triple j 25 under 25 winner organic egg farmer
Bees, poultry & livestock

A good egg

Organic egg farmer and triple j 25 under 25 legend, MADELAINE SCOTT, shares her tips for quality egg production.

Kohlrabi
Vegetables

Kohlrabi and friends

It’s time for the bulbous globes of kohlrabi to shine, with its siblings swede and turnip, writes PETER CUNDALL.

Dead spruce and fir trees near Asheville, North Carolina
Organic solutions

Forest dieback

DR REESE HALTER says dying forests are the harbinger of climate change. Stay tuned for his reports from COP21, Paris.

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ABC Organic Gardener magazine is published eight times per year, delivering expert advice to gardeners of all skill levels for more than 25 years. Established by the late Peter Cundall OAM, the magazine aims to empower and inspire readers, giving them the knowledge to create productive gardens and live a greener life.

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