Herbs, such as thyme and rosemary, thrive in terracotta pots.
Growing in pots

How to master the art of growing plants in containers

Pots are used in smaller yards to conserve space, but growing in containers can be very handy, no matter the size of your garden.

Beach Bananas
Growing in pots

Native plants for indoors

There’s a stack of Australian native plants from rainforest areas that are naturally suited to low light, so are perfect for growing indoors, writes Karen Sutherland.

native herb spiral
Growing in pots

Make a vertical herb spiral

New to gardening? Try this herb garden spiral.

Herbs in pots can be moved around your garden as needed.
Growing in pots

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.

Tomatoes
Growing in pots

Growing tomatoes in pots and baskets

Learn how growing smaller tomato cultivars in containers means you can make the most of the space (and sunshine) on offer.

Spreading mulch
Growing in pots

Mulching pots

As the weather warms up Penny Woodward explains why it's good to mulch your pots.

Potted heritage lemons
Growing in pots

Potting lemons and limes

Annette McFarlane reveals the secrets to potting success for heritage lemons and limes.

Potted Trixzie – a miniature fruit tree  of Pixzie cultivar
Growing in pots

Planting potted trees

Karen Sutherland walks you through planting trees in pots.

Biodegradable Pots
Growing in pots

The plastic pot problem

Plastic pots are ubiquitous in the nursery industry and pose a serious waste problem. JUSTIN RUSSELL suggests ways that you can reduce the flow of plastic coming from your backyard.

How to grow vegetables in Pots
Growing in pots

How to Grow Organic Container Crops

PHIL DUDMAN shares an idea for maximizing returns with container growing, along with his prized recipe for an organic potting mix that guarantees success every time.