Edible natives: lilly pillies

This popular native plant is easy-to-grow with colourful edible fruits, just pick the right species to suit your garden space.

Edible natives to grow in your garden

Want to add native edible plants to your garden so you can start using them in your cooking? Karen Sutherland has grown them for many years and has some suggestions.

Minty magic

Known by gardeners as native mint bush, Prostanthera rotundifolia is a handy plant for semi-shade.

Introduction to warrigal greens

Warrigal greens are one of the easiest and most rewarding native food plants to grow.

Edible succulents

These three edible, waterwise succulents can be planted in your backyard. They are easy to grow, and tasty!

Native berries to plant in your patch

Midyim berry is a tasty and rewarding native fruit you can easily grow in your organic garden.

Bush foods – good for you and the environment

Bush foods are a good option to plant in your garden, especially as they are adapted to our hot climate and are often rich in nutrients.

Growing and Using Native Violets (Viola hederacea)

Karen Sutherland introduces native violets - great for your garden and in spring salads.

Native herbs you can grow yourself

There are an amazing variety of Australian herbs that are easily grown in pots or gardens, full sun or semi shade. Here's a selection.

Attract native birds to your garden

By providing water, nesting havens and protective habitat, it’s possible to create a garden brimming with beautiful birds year-round.

Discovering native herbs

Karen Sutherland investigates the unique flavours and aromas of many little-known native herbs.

Go wild with native foods

Renowned chef and indigenous food advocate, Clayton Donovan, shares his tips for growing and cooking native foods.