Apple of Peter’s eye

In Australia we can grow heritage apple trees from the subtropics to the snow, although most varieties grow and fruit better in cooler regions. Here's some favourites to try.

Grape expectations

Justin Russell shares a bunch of tips for growing table grapes, including the best choices for your climate.

Bite into watermelons

Get sticky exploring the world of watermelons with Simon Webster, who names his top choices for your patch.

Bountiful bananas

Have you thought of growing bananas in your cool climate garden? asks PENNY WOODWARD.

Peachy keen

It's time to prune peach and nectarine trees, writes PHIL DUDMAN. Check out his step-by-step guide.

The birds and the bees

JUSTIN RUSSELL discusses the birds, the bees and the mysteries of fruit tree pollination.  

Bletting medlars

PENNY WOODWARD advises that this is not a new swear word.

Tangy tamarillo

These fruit are worth growing just for their vibrant colours says PENNY WOODWARD

An abundance of blackberries

An epic blackberry crop has JUSTIN RUSSELL convinced that growing your own food is about abundance, not scarcity.

Have a very cherry Christmas!

Christmas wouldn't be complete without cherries, but for a sour twist, JUSTIN RUSSELL suggests trying Morello cherries.

Grow alpine strawberries

PENNY WOODWARD suggests you try growing these tiny morsels of delight.

Late ripening passionfruit

Passionfruit is one of our most popular backyard fruit crops and perhaps the most vexing, writes JENNIFER STACKHOUSE.