Growing guides

Eaten fresh, baked in muffins or as the star attraction in jams or desserts, blueberries are always delicious. They are...

Chillies are popular as they are an easy crop to grow given the right conditions. Chillies don’t need a lot of special...

Also known as cilantro, coriander is an aromatic herb that is used extensively in Asian cuisine. Best grown outside of...

Courgettes, also known as zucchini, are a summer staple in the vegetable garden. They are relatively easy to grow and...

Growing garlic at home is now very popular. It's an easy vegetable to grow - just plant a garlic clove into the soil...

Monstera deliciosa is also commonly called the swiss cheese plant, fruit salad plant or monstera. Its large green glossy...

Nothing beats homegrown peas for their tenderness and taste. Pick them when small, steam within an hour of picking with...

The humble potato, rich in iron and potassium, is a staple on the dinner tables around New Zealand. Roasted, boiled...

Roses are among our favourite garden plants – and deservedly so. They are versatile, produce vibrant colour through...

Rosemary is a hardy, evergreen shrub loved for its highly fragrant foliage. Like the climate in the Mediterranean where...

Runner beans, or more correctly scarlet runner beans, (phaseolus coccineus) are among the easiest and most rewarding...