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...

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...

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

Grow your own leafy vegetables for garden fresh salads every day, nothing tastes better! By growing a range of different...

Nothing beats the flavour of strawberries picked fresh from the garden. Warm and oozing with sweetness, perfectly ripe...

Nothing beats the taste of your own homegrown tomatoes, freshly picked and warmed by the summer sun. Slice them into a...