Fruit trees: basics and beyond

Foundation knowledge and advanced tips for growing fruit trees in your backyard.

Tidying your trees

Grab your secateurs. Now's the time to tidy up your trees, says Penny Woodward.

How to prune edible figs

Winter is the time to prune figs. PHIL DUDMAN describes how.

Pruning citrus

August is an important time for pruning citrus. PHIL DUDMAN shares his tips on how to go about it.

DIY compost and mulch

The key to healthy soil is adding plenty of organic matter, which you can find in your own backyard or scour your neighbourhood.