Kale forever
Editor STEVE PAYNE begins a series of blogs sharing the successes, failures and surprises from his home garden.
Bondin’ with my calamondin
It might be fruiting two months ahead of schedule, but JUSTIN RUSSELL extolls the virtues of his backyard calamondin tree.
How to grow the versatile turnip
It's time we turned the spotlight back onto the humble turnip, writes Justin Russell.
Pennyroyal and ants
Pennyroyal, says PENNY WOODWARD, helps to control ants and other pests.
Bush tea saves the day
After a hard morning gardening, a cup of bush tea makes a refreshing pick-me-up.
How to grow giant, juicy watermelons
An unfeasibly large melon puts a smile on SIMON WEBSTER’s face.
Use shade to beat the heat
Trying to keep your cool in the vegie patch? JUSTIN RUSSELL explains how he uses shade cloth to spare lettuces and leafy greens from the worst of the summer heat.
Pear and cherry slug
Pear and cherry slug can be a problem for many types of fruit trees. Penny Woodward suggests how to take control if you find them in your garden.
Putting the cole in slaw
Cabbages in December? Too right! JUSTIN RUSSELL gives tips for growing late brassicas and shares a delicious coleslaw recipe.
Make mine mango
Choosing the right variety and practising regular pruning will ensure marvellous home-grown mangoes, writes Phil Dudman.