Editor’s choice – June 2013
This month we were inspired by the McKenzie family's fantastic farm. We love seeing what’s growing in your patch! Keep the photos coming. You can upload them via Your Patch, or email them to organicgardener@your.abc.net.au
Harvest notes: June-July
Cauliflower, citrus, peas and turnips will be ready to be harvested soon.
Winter warmers
Winter calls for warming, hearty fare – think tasty casseroles filled with just-picked root veggies. PHIL DUDMAN and JULIE RAY share their thoughts.
Orange renaissance
Having fallen from favour in recent decades, the backyard orange tree is due for a comeback – be it sweet, blood or sour, says JUSTIN RUSSELL.
Dare to bare
Bare rooted trees will be appearing in nurseries over the next couple of weeks, and many are available online. JUSTIN RUSSELL explains how to successfully dare to bare.
Chickens in nappies
At last, you can invite chooks into the house without worrying about the carpet (well, apart from the scratching), SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Watering in winter
Knowing when to water your garden is a vital skill to master, especially in winter, when every climate zone in Australia does something different. JUSTIN RUSSELL offers some tips.
Chicken breeds on show
The best of more than 100 chook breeds are going on display in Melbourne, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Happy as a chook out of mud
It’s important to make your chicken shed waterproof, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Warming winter salads
Radishes and lettuces: there is nothing better for a fresh salad.
Fruit flies buzzing on organic diet
Fruit flies fed organic food are healthier than those fed more conventional food.
Seed savers take a stand
Sharing seeds has never been easier, SIMON WEBSTER reports.