Ducks at a water trough.
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How to keep ducks

A delightful and sustainable addition to your backyard, ducks help with pest control and egg production. Whether for eggs or as pets, they work well in larger gardens.

Glasshouse surrounded by a kitchen garden.
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The beauty of a glasshouse

A greenhouse can be so much more than just a building – here is an example of how it has become an extension of place. Plus, tips if you are looking to build your own.

A glasshouse in a garden filled with flowers.
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Lessons from a new glasshouse grower

Justin O’Brien shares what worked, what didn’t and what he’d change. His advice could really help if you’re considering adding a glasshouse to your garden! 

Peas growing on a trellis.
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How to get big harvests in low light spots

Even the shadiest patch can produce an abundant winter harvest, with smart crop choices and a few simple tricks.

Michael in front of his glasshouse with a tray of seed punnets.
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Grow more with a glasshouse

From simple structures to more sophisticated glasshouses, gardeners are looking for ways to extend their growing season.

Herbs in pots can be moved around your garden as needed.
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Sow seeds and save money 

As prices rise and home-spending tightens, growing your own food at home has a fresh appeal, and with the tips here you can easily get started.

Planting rosemary cuttings in biodegradable pots.
Propagating

Take a short cut to propagating success

Taking cuttings is one of the most useful skills a gardener can master. The result will help fill garden gaps and give you plants to share with friends.

Connie Cao with some of her chooks in her backyard.
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Considering chooks? Lessons from a first-year chick mum

Adding poultry to your backyard takes a fair bit of planning and research. Here's a few ideas from a first-year chick mum to get you started.

Leafy green brassicas growing in a raised garden bed.
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Prepare your patch for the cool season

Now is the time to prep for the cool season but starting winter vegies at the tail end of summer has its challenges.

Autumn colour
Compost & mulch

Autumn leaves

Love autumn colours but not so keen on the clean up? There's plenty to enjoy, and the leaves can be put to use in your garden!

Bromeliad leaves
Maintenance

Maintaining bromeliads

Late summer and early autumn is a good time to give your bromeliads a refresh.

Pruning a fruit tree branch
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The benefits of summer pruning

Summer is the perfect time to grab your secateurs and bring a little order to the chaos, maintaining the health of your trees so they are ready for next season.