
Collecting rainwater for your garden

Collecting your own rainwater is not only good for the environment, plants love it, writes Jessamy Miller.

Managing your greenhouse microclimate

Adding a greenhouse to your garden can take your food growing to another level, writes Jian Liu.

Heeling in bare-rooted trees

If you have a bunch of bare-rooted trees and can’t plant them quickly, you can do what’s called ‘heeling in’: Penny Woodward explains the process here. Plus, basic tips from Karen Sutherland.

How to make a worm farm

You can use a bath, trough, sink or even a large tin to make a worm farm, says Penny Woodward

What is a food forest?

A permaculture concept, a food forest promises a self-sustaining system that produces an abundance of food if designed well. Here's why Jian Liu created one in her Melbourne backyard.

Top 5 tips for gardening success in a small space

Small gardens can be incredibly productive and Jian Liu has 5 tips to help you get more out of your limited space.

Encouraging good wasps in your garden

Despite their fearsome reputations, wasps, with a few exceptions, are pollinators and can help keep pests away. Denis Crawford takes a closer look at some of the goodies.

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 ...

A frosty reception

When frost comes creeping into your garden, it can ruin all the hard work you've done in a snap! But you can combat the chills of winter.

What is Organics?

Gardening legend Peter Cundall outlines the principles of growing organically – a choice many gardeners are making today, wanting to grow healthier food for their family, and to contribute to a healthy planet.

Crop rotation

A crop rotation plan is a good idea for every garden as it will help avoid pests and disease build up – here's some basics.

Ten tips for a healthy garden

These tips will help you create a thriving organic garden – one that will provide veg and fruit, and help the planet.