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Our best photos of things growing

‘Cox’s Orange Pippin’ is a wonderful heritage apple that needs gardeners to grow it and keep it viable. Justin Russell outlines, <a href="http://organicgardener.com.au/blogs/become-backyard-conservator">here</a>, the history of apple varieties and the role we can all play in conserving such heritage fruit. Alan Benson Cox’s Orange Pippin

Remember to keep the water up to vegies during the hot season and dry spells. Asian greens and similar crops will often become bitter if not given regular water. And watering in winter is just as important. JUSTIN RUSSELL explains <a href="http://organicgardener.com.au/blogs/watering-winter">here</a>. iStockphoto Keep watering

Cucumbers can be planted in spring, summer and autumn in the tropics and subtropics; summer and early autumn elsewhere. iStockphoto Cucumbers

Luscious figs have gone out of favour because their easily bruised flesh is not popular with supermarkets who need to transport them long distances. Grow your own and enjoy their full flavour. iStockphoto Luscious figs

If you are determined to grow tomatoes, why not try some of the wonderful array of heirloom varieties with diverse colours and flavours. JUSTIN RUSSELL writes that you can even plant them as late as May. Read his blog <a href="http://organicgardener.com.au/blogs/tommies-may">here</a>. iStockphoto Heirloom tomatoes Almonds

Almonds are a nutritious crop that is also drought-hardy and tough. iStockphoto Almonds

Radishes and lettuces: there is nothing better for a fresh salad. Read JUSTIN RUSSELL's blog about warming winter salads <a href="http://organicgardener.com.au/blogs/warming-winter-salads">here</a>. iStockphoto Radishes and lettuces

Digging up your own home-grown spuds is incredibly satisfying. JUSTIN RUSSELL gives some timely tips, <a href="http://www.organicgardener.com.au/blogs/dig-and-store-spuds">here</a>. Alan Benson Home-grown spuds

Peter Cundall shows off his giant Winter Squash, also known as ‘Golden Hubbard’. These bright golden types of pumpkin can grow up to 20kg. Alan Benson Winter squash

These purple carrots are among the many heirloom varieties now enticing home gardeners. Alan Benson Purple carrots

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