Plants set out ready for planting beneath a eucalypt tree.
What to plant

Planting beneath trees

Under trees is prime garden real estate. Here's how to make the most of these spots, where you can grow a living mulch that protects soil, reduces maintenance and supports beneficial insects and soil life.

The polycarbonate greenhouse in Jian Liu's Melbourne backyard.
Basics

Managing your greenhouse microclimate

Adding a greenhouse to your garden can take your food growing to another level, especially as they protect plants from the elements and extreme temperatures.

Orange tree in a garden.
Fruit & nuts

Soil secrets for citrus success

There's many aspects of citrus growing that ensure success (climate, tree choice and where you plant it, for example) but it all starts with the soil, writes Helen McKerral.