Autumn glories
JUSTIN RUSSELL is stopped in his tracks by the autumn foliage of some undervalued edible plants.
Organic strategies for household pests
It’s one thing to be organic outside in the garden, but all too easy to slip into conventional thinking inside the house. JUSTIN RUSSELL outlines some basic strategies for organic pest control around the home.
The sustainable block
After 11 years in Sydney, Jerry Coleby-Williams and Jeff Poole decided to realise their passions for gardening and living sustainably.
Peter Cooper’s cider making
Peter Cooper, of Wychwood Nursery in Tasmania, provides information for those thinking about home cider making.
Recipes from the soil up
For renowned chef (and keen gardener) Peter Gilmore, the connection between food and nature is vital. His book, Quay, Food Inspired by Nature, features beautiful cuisine that is as delectable to look at as it is to eat, writes JACQUELINE FORSTER.
Books for presents
SIMON WEBSTER suggests some reading matter to stimulate the grey matter (and the plant matter, for that matter).
Shelter from the storm
JUSTIN RUSSELL reflects on the latest round of climate talks at Doha, and the implications of dangerous global warming for gardeners.
Home Grown Wheat
A mini-plot of wheat at Pete’s Patch in Hobart's Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens has JUSTIN RUSSELL inspired to try home grain growing at his place.
Reviving lost horticultural crafts
Lost horticultural crafts such as hedgelaying are being revived at a historic Tasmanian farm. JUSTIN RUSSELL reports.
A visit to Pete’s Patch, Hobart
JUSTIN RUSSELL visits Pete's Patch, the food garden made famous by Peter Cundall at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.
Wychwood magic
HELEN CUSHING visits Wychwood Garden and Nursery – a living work of art where the palette includes a productive mix of exotic plants, fruit and vegies, as well as a magical twist.