Reviving a garden after floods
Wed, 04/05/2022 - 1:49pmScientist Kate Wall experienced the Brisbane floods of 2011 and now 2022: here's two important tips she's learned to help gardens recover.
Compost & soil
How to make a worm farm
Mon, 18/04/2022 - 12:07pmYou can use a bath, trough, sink or even a large tin to make a worm farm, says Penny Woodward
Start with your soil
Mon, 31/01/2022 - 3:36pmEarly autumn is a good time to take a close look at your soil and do some prep work for your new crops, writes Penny Woodward.
Smart composting
Wed, 04/08/2021 - 3:19pmJian Liu has discovered a few tricks for harnessing all the benefits of compost, with minimal effort.
Wet soils
Mon, 24/08/2020 - 4:37pmPenny explains that her soil is sodden, and she's being very careful not to tread on it.
Worm farms and tumblers
Thu, 18/06/2020 - 2:50pmNot everyone has the space in the garden for a compost heap, writes Penny Woodward -- that's where a worm farm comes in!
Bushfire recovery: start with the soil
Wed, 18/03/2020 - 3:22pmThe loss of a much-loved garden during a bushfire can be devastating, but with patience and time you can rebuild. And your soil is a good place to start.
Animal-free fertilisers
Sat, 15/06/2019 - 12:18pmKaren Sutherland outlines the fertiliser and soil amendment options for vegan gardeners or those who are looking for ways to reduce animal dependence.
Growing in sandy soils
Sun, 21/04/2019 - 3:15pmA few gardeners are blessed with deep, rich, textured, fertile soil. But what if you aren't? Penny Woodward has some ideas to help.
Testing soil pH
Mon, 08/04/2019 - 1:15pmWhat is pH and how can you change it? Penny Woodward explains.