Minty magic
Wed, 05/05/2021 - 2:53pmKnown by gardeners as native mint bush, Prostanthera rotundifolia is a handy plant for semi-shade.
What to plant now
Old-fashioned aromatic roses
Tue, 04/05/2021 - 2:45pmThere is something mesmerising about roses en masse; about the differences in fragrance and form. None more so than a beautiful collection of old-fashioned roses.
Garlic in your garden
Wed, 24/03/2021 - 1:36pmHomegrown garlic tastes dramatically better than any you can buy in your local supermarket, so why not grow it yourself!
Growing asparagus
Mon, 15/03/2021 - 6:41pmA family favourite, asparagus is a must-have in the vegie patch, writes Helen McKerral.
Edible succulents
Mon, 22/02/2021 - 3:48pmKaren Sutherland writes about three edible, waterwise succulents that you can plant now. They are easy to grow, and tasty!
Native berries to plant in your patch
Tue, 02/02/2021 - 4:35pmMidyim berry is a tasty and rewarding native fruit you can grow in your backyard, writes Karen Sutherland.
Growing edible flowers in your garden
Wed, 16/12/2020 - 1:45pmEdible flowers add a colourful spark and fresh flavour to dishes, are the basis of health-giving teas, and create delicious cordials and preserves, writes Karen Sutherland.
Strawberry growing success
Wed, 14/10/2020 - 5:54pmPenny Woodward reveals the secrets of growing full-flavoured and productive strawberries – whether in beds, baskets or pots.
Za'atar, herb or spice mix?
Thu, 01/10/2020 - 2:47pmPenny Woodward says there is confusion about whether za'atar is a herb, a spice mix or both.
How to grow sweet corn
Thu, 24/09/2020 - 11:31amThe crunchy flavour and versatility of sweet corn (and the fact it's easy to grow) make it a must-have in backyard vegie patches.