The pros and cons of mulching

Nothing is perfect – not even mulch – writes SIMON WEBSTER.

How to make a worm farm tower

Looking for an easier way to reap the benefits of a worm farm. PHIL DUDMAN describes how to make a worm tower, which cuts out unnecessary handling and maintenance.

How to fertilise by foliar feeding

PHIL DUDMAN explains how to use organic liquid fertilisers to foliar feed hungry plants in your garden.

Pruning citrus

August is an important time for pruning citrus. PHIL DUDMAN shares his tips on how to go about it.

Checklist for spring

Is your vegie garden spring ready? PHIL DUDMAN has some tasks you can put into action now.

Free compost and mulch

The key to healthy soil is adding plenty of organic matter, which you can find in your own backyard or scour your neighbourhood. It's all free!

Lawns – are they goodies or baddies?

Gardeners, environmentalists and scientists alike… for years they’ve been debating one of life’s most pressing questions; are lawns good or bad? Phil Dudman is a fan of this Aussie icon, but the scientific evidence has him feeling uncertain.

Designing a home for your hens

Discover the 'Chook Clock' - the ultimate poultry house and garden design. You'll also find some pointers on how to care for and your chooks.

Rounding up the volunteers

By encouraging 'volunteer' crops in your garden, you can keep weeds at bay and ensure a year-round supply of fresh food, writes JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS.

Backyard beekeeping

Taking on backyard beekeeping has been a steep learning curve for Linda Cockburn, but it's another satisfying step towards self-reliance.