Cocktail garnishes to grow in your garden
Always have the freshest ingredients on hand and elevate your cocktail game. Whether you’re a gardener who enjoys a fresh drink, or a mixologist tired of having to buy single-use herbs, growing your...
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How to plant and grow carrots in New Zealand
The whole idea of growing your own veggies is to get carrots, tomatoes or beans that are better looking, fresher and...
Beginners' guide to growing herbs in pots or outdoors
Herbs are some of the easiest plants to grow, and the most delicious. Grow them in the garden, on a windowsill or in...
Beginners' guide to potting mix in New Zealand
If you’re growing your own herbs and vegetables in pots or containers, then you need to learn how to use potting mix and...
Grow your own greens
Summer salads just aren't the same without a collection of colourful leaves. Plant a range of lettuce, spinach, kale...
Choosing the right pot for your plant
Home-grown vegetables and herbs are essential for the food lover and amateur cook and, luckily, they are easy to grow in...
Healthy soil = healthy plants
Growing your own delicious, healthy fruits and vegetables starts from the ground up. Improve the quality of your soil...
Indoor potting mix vs. outdoor potting mix
When you walk down the potting mix aisle of your local hardware store or garden centre, it will quickly become obvious...
Repotting keeps plants healthy
Why is repotting so necessary? Plants growing in pots from the very small (50mm diameter) to very large (half wine...
Potting plants the right way for best results
Follow these 8 steps to ensure your plants grow to their full potential when transferring them plants to their pot.
How to choose the right pot for your plant
Pots and planters come in all shapes and sizes. They may be: Purely functional Functional as well as decorative Plastic...
Top tips for lawn care across the seasons
Your lawn, just like many of your garden plants, behaves and grows differently across each of the four seasons. Your...
How to fix a patchy and thinning lawn
Our team of experts reveal three easy-to-follow steps to ensure your yard is looking its best all year round.