Recent articles by Phil Dudman

Prepare your patch for the cool season

Autumn is the time to turn our attention to planning and prepping our winter garden.

Join the no-dig revolution

There's a growing number of gardeners who have hung up the spade and adopted the no-dig approach. Phil Dudman explains why.

Top tips for making the most of your garden’s growing potential

Armed with a bunch of clever techniques and ideas, it’s easy to maximise your garden’s potential and enjoy an abundant supply of fresh, organic, homegrown produce all year round.

The importance of using mulch and saving seeds

If you are an Organic Gardener reader, you know there are many essential tools we like to use in our gardens. Mulch is one of them, as is saving seeds. Here's why.

How to grow organic eggplant

Eggplant is the perfect summer crop for organic gardeners, but it doesn’t come without its challenges.

Taking care of tomatoes in the heat

Here’s a simple tip for directing water deep down to the roots of tomatoes.

Get your garden started with this simple idea

Just beginning your gardening adventure? Read on for tips to get a garden bed up and running.

Why won’t my seedlings grow?

Our horticultural experts answer a common question for gardeners who are trying to start their plants from seed: why won't my seedlings grow?

Five tips to ensure tomato growing success

With the right care, these juicy, flavour-packed fruits can thrive in your garden, providing fresh produce all season long. These five organic growing tips will get you started.

Grow more with climbing frames

Training plants up a climbing frame will help you grow more in a limited space and get higher returns at harvest time.

Cure for curly citrus

Wondering why your citrus leaves look so unhealthy? Discover what happens when citrus leafminer attacks your plants and natural solutions to protect your fruit trees.

Make your own kimchi

Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish of fermented vegetables. You can grow many of the ingredients in your garden and then make your own with this recipe.