Growing tomatoes from seed
Tue, 28/07/2020 - 5:39pmThere are many ways of growing tomatoes from seed, but here is one of the simplest and most common, using punnets or seedling trays, from our horticultural editor Penny Woodward.
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The Magic of Peonies
Thu, 25/06/2020 - 5:32pmWe love peonies at OG and Eliza Henry-Jones shares that love -- here she also shares tips for growing these beauties.
Getting your vegie garden started
Tue, 05/05/2020 - 5:25pmStarting a vegie patch? Well, there's one very important question to ask yourself, writes Helen McKerral.
Chill factor
Tue, 05/05/2020 - 4:54pmLots of vegies love the cold and are sweeter for a frost. Justin Russell tells how to take advantage of this while also protecting plants.
How to grow plants from tip cuttings
Tue, 04/02/2020 - 1:12pmWant to add to your plant collection without adding to the costs? Penny Woodward has the answer -- and it's easy!
How to grow plants from tip cuttings
Tue, 05/11/2019 - 9:48amPenny Woodward explains how to create new plants from tip cuttings.
Controlling fruit fly
Thu, 03/10/2019 - 3:23pmIt's time to start thinking about protecting your summer crops from fruit fly. Justin Russell has a few solutions that will help.
Herb hedges you can grow yourself
Mon, 22/07/2019 - 3:48pmLavender can be used to make a hedge, as well as providing a beautiful scent, writes Penny Woodward.
Native herbs you can grow yourself
Wed, 29/05/2019 - 3:50pmKaren Sutherland reveals the unique flavours and aromas of some little-known native herbs.
Ten tips for a healthy garden
Tue, 28/05/2019 - 1:07pmFollow Penny Woodward's tips for a thriving garden.