Recent articles by Phil Dudman

My First Figs

PHIL DUDMAN has found figs delightfully easy to grow in the wet subtropics, despite everything he was told.

Costa to host Gardening Australia

ABC TV’s Gardening Australia is set for a new look this year when it welcomes new host Costa Georgiadis to the screen, reports PHIL DUDMAN

Better in the shade

Don’t let your organic crops wilt to mush in the blistering summer sun. Give them a chance with a little shade. PHIL DUDMAN shares his shady tips.

How to control the 28 spotted leaf eating ladybird organically

They may look friendly, but this little ladybird could do irreversible damage to your organic crops in summer, and they’re out there in big numbers, so be on the lookout, says PHIL DUDMAN

How to grow organic edible figs

Homegrown figs are so mind-blowingly sweet and delicious. PHIL DUDMAN shares his organic secrets for growing the best with tips for dealing with typical pests.

Organic watermelon frame 2

Things are progressing well with PHIL DUDMAN’s trial watermelon frame. It’s a great way to grow lots of organic watermelons in small spaces.

Organic Watermelon Frame

Small spaces won’t stop PHIL DUDMAN from growing his favourite organic crops. This week it’s watermelon!

Too much coriander

Is that possible? PHIL DUDMAN shares some of his favourite ways of enjoying an oversupply of this wonderful herb

Zucchini Frame Update

With wet and windy weather dominating, PHIL DUDMAN’s zucchini frame is proving it’s worth.

Organic Papaw Revival

Last winter was tough on papaws. PHIL DUDMAN shares his tips for getting your organic papaws back in shape.

Cooking with Organic Broccoli

What to do with a bumper harvest of organic broccoli? PHIL DUDMAN shares some super recipes.