Top tips for making the most of your garden’s growing potential
Armed with a bunch of clever techniques and ideas, it’s easy to maximise your garden’s potential and enjoy an abundant supply of fresh, organic, homegrown produce.
Crops you can start in late winter
It’s still cold outside for many, but you can start some of your favourite crops in late winter so that when the warmer weather arrives you are ready to go.
Why quails are a winning choice
If you are short on space, coturnix quail are cheap to keep, produce lots of yummy eggs and will even help out in the garden.
Start your spring crops early
Get your spring crops off to an early start by mimicking the growing conditions they’d usually expect in mid- to late spring.
How to grow plants from tip cuttings
Want to add to your plant collection without adding to the costs? Read on for the answer - and it's easy!
Citrus winter maintenance
So, your citrus has provided a bumper crop of fruit this season. Well, now is the time to take care of your trees by following our tips for pruning, mulching and fertilising, in preparation for the year ahead.
Broccoli
Saving seeds means that you will be able to grow stronger, healthier and more resilient plants. Here's how to save seed from a broccoli plant.
The best worms for healthy soil
Healthy soil devours compost, and one of Kate Flood's favourite low-effort, high-reward composting solutions is worm farming. But not all worms are created equal when it comes to healthy soil.
Care for poultry in the wet
Backyard poultry aren't built to cope with rainy weather. These tips will help you keep your chooks happy and healthy.
Heeling in bare-rooted trees
If you can't plant your bare-rooted trees straightaway, you can do what’s called ‘heeling in’. Plus, some basic planting tips.
How to prepare for bird flu
Bird flu is a highly infectious virus that can harm backyard poultry. Not yet in Australia, it's still important to be aware of its impact.
Jessamy Miller’s special warming mash recipe for chooks
Try this recipe for warming chook mash from our chook expert. It will help keep your chooks happy and healthy.