Winter in the Vegetable Patch
"Winter" means different things to different people - it all depends on where you live! There are two distinct winters for people across Australia: Mild in the warm temperate, subtropical and tropical...
Advice & Inspiration
Advice & inspiration
Our Top 5 Backyard Activities for Kids
Keeping the kids active and outside doesn’t have to be a chore. Make the most of what you’ve got at home with these...
Health benefits of indoor plants
After being in the wilderness for the past few decades, indoor plants are back in vogue as indoor décor and more of us...
Planting healthy fruit & citrus trees
Whether it’s a lime tree in the back corner or a blueberry in the front garden, planting fruiting trees is its own...
What to do in your garden in July
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6 Ways to Upcycle Household Objects for your Vegetable Garden
Can’t figure out what to do with the knick-knacks lying around the house? How about upcycling them, and incorporating...
5 Herbs for Your Homegrown Cocktail Garden
Always have the freshest ingredients on hand and elevate your cocktail game. Whether you’re a gardener who enjoys a...
Create Soul Food from the Garden
There’s nothing better than creating soul food straight from the garden. Growing your own food takes time and hard work...
Create Your Own Succulent Teacup Planter
Our favourite things about cacti and succulents are their unique shapes, colours, textures and most of all, their...
Protecting the lawn from the weather
Our lawns have an interesting relationship with the world around them. They are reliant on the weather, with all of its...
Monthly Planting Calendar (downloadable)
Growing your own vegetables and fruits is rewarding, but it takes quite a bit of experience and know-how to do it...
Create your own succulent Christmas tree
Bring the outside in, with a hand-made Living Christmas Tree, made from succulents you can easily propagate directly...
The best herbs for your Christmas feast
With Christmas fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your festive feast. This year, most of us...
Create your own living plant Christmas Centrepiece
Bring the festive season to life this year with your very own living Christmas centrepiece! As sustainable living...
Top lawn tips for the ultimate cricket pitch
Summer afternoons are the best time for a friendly match of backyard cricket. This summer, give your guests a taste of...
Common indoor plant pests and diseases
Despite their protected location, your indoor plants may sometimes come under attack from a range of pests and diseases...
Importance of fertilising indoor plants
Most premium and specialty potting mixes that carry the Australian Standard Red Tick, especially those formulated for...
