Organic farming and mining go head-to-head
There’s good news and bad news in the forecasts for this year’s fastest growing industries, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Too hot? Grow microgreens
If it’s getting too hot for growing your favourite leafy greens and herbs in the garden, then try growing your own organic microgreens in pots, writes PHIL DUDMAN
Weeds are the final straw for CSIRO
Scientists have come up with a weed mat that biodegrades and improves soil, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Josh tackles 10-star homes
Josh Byrne has started a bold new building project, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Organic farming takes on climate change
Organic methods and mixed farming practices sequester carbon in soil, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Cherries and Chill Hours
In the latest issue of Organic Gardener, our article on Cherries mentions the term “chill hours”.Here we explain what is meant and show a few more pictures of the BP Organic Cherry Farm, in the Adelaide Hills.
Inspirational Gardens – Bellissimo!
JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS and his house-mate reveal how their garden has become a living larder. Here are some images of their suburban garden, Bellis.
Organics growing up
Certified organics is becoming increasingly mainstream, but there is a downside, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Enter the Kingdom of Plants
David Attenborough is still making all the right noises, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
Pollinating zucchinis
Wondering why your zucchinis won’t develop properly? The garden guru PHIL DUDMAN helps you solve this problem.Watch how to ensure that your flowers develop fruit, by pollinating them yourself.
Cross-breed hatcheries
In the latest issue of Organic Gardener, MEGG MILLER recommends resilient, adaptable pure breeds when choosing chooks for the back-yard.Cross-breed poultry are also available from a variety of hatcheries, in most states.
Permaculture: the musical
It was only a matter of time before ukeleles and hip-hop made the Organic Gardener website, SIMON WEBSTER reports.