Recent articles by Penny Woodward
Pest and disease threats
Penny Woodward suggests two threats to your harvest to look out for in your garden now: citrus leafminer and powdery mildew.
Start with your soil
Early autumn is a good time to take a close look at your soil and do some prep work for your new crops, writes Penny Woodward.
Elder trees
These trees have been associated with magic and witchcraft for a long time, explains Penny Woodward.
Lettuces all year round
Penny Woodward says that with the variety of lettuces available, you should never be without leaves to add to your salads all year round.
Growing rosemary
Rosemary attracts birds, flowers in winter, is a great addition to roasts and lifts the spirit if drunk as a tea.
Why is a red tomato red?
Tomatoes come in a variety of colours, explains Penny Woodward, with quirky names to match.
Tips for preparing soil for tomatoes
Cheryl McGaffin has a wide range of tomato varieties growing on her property in Victoria and Penny Woodward couldn't resist visiting Daniel's Run to find out more about them.
Stop those snails and slugs!
Penny Woodward has a constant challenge keeping snail and slugs from chomping away at her vegies! Learn how she does it.
Beautiful garden books reviewed
These joyous garden books are well worth reading says Penny Woodward
Feeding fruit trees & bulbs
From daffodils and jonquils to almonds and plums, it's time to for a good feed to keep them happy.
Why grow heirlooms?
Heirloom edibles are important to our survival, and that of the planet. That's why our horticultural editor, Penny Woodward, loves growing them. Find out why ...
Top herbs for pots
Having fresh herbs at your doorstep saves money and add flavour and diversity to your cooking. Here's some tips to get you started.