Recent articles by Jian Liu
Grow more peas, please
Peas need a fair amount of sunlight for a good harvest, and following these ideas for growing up can give them what they need.
Broad bean bounty
Broad beans, also known as fava beans, are one of the oldest cultivated crops in the world. They are a valuable multipurpose plant for any backyard vegie patch.
How to grow: Egyptian walking onions
Onions are a staple in my kitchen, and garden, so when I discovered an easy to grow variety of the onion tribe I was happy to give it a go.
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?
Grow these summer-proof leafy greens
Here are three leafy greens that you can plant today. They thrive in the heat and will provide nutrient-dense salads, pasta, pastries and more.
Easy-to-grow crops: lettuce
Growing your own lettuce will give you a fresh supply of summer salad ingredients that will be tasty and nutritious!
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.
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.