Corn Seedlings
What to plant

Vegie crops to plant in October

Looking for something productive to do this weekend? Check out Justin Russell's October plantings.

Aphids on broccoli
What to plant

Pesky aphids

Spring is aphid season says Penny Woodward. Here's how to control them.

Elephant garlic
What to plant

The elephant of garlics

It's much too late to plant garlic, explains Penny Woodward, but the perfect time for Elephant garlic.

Heirloom bean graphic
Vegetables

Which bean is that?

Want to know which heirloom bean is which? We reveal all here!

A bed of wallflowers
What to plant

Wondrous wallflowers

You can't go past deliciously scented wallflowers for your spring and summer garden.

Peter Cundall harvests apples
What to plant

Apple of Peter’s eye

In Australia we can grow heritage apple trees from the subtropics to the snow, although most varieties grow and fruit better in cooler regions. Here's some favourites to try.

'Glass gem' heirloom corn
What to plant

Corn fights back

The world of heirloom corn is worth investigating so you can grow them in your own backyard.

Mustard Greens
What to plant

What to plant in July

Depending on your climate, July's either a great month to plant vegies, or a time to hibernate.

Shungiku
Vegetables

Shungiku (chop suey greens)

Have you tried this interesting, flavoursome and nutritious plant, asks Penny Woodward.

Peace rose
Flowers, shrubs & trees

Roses of yesteryear

Penny Woodward investigates roses of yesteryear, and lists her top picks. 

A basket of asparagus
Vegetables

Tough, rewarding asparagus

Penny Woodward says to look out for asparagus crowns to plant soon.

Bronze orange bug nymphs and wilted citrus
Pests & diseases

How to prevent and treat bugs and citrus gall wasp

Denis Crawford suggests organic remedies for the major pests afflicting citrus.