Into the wild

Gardeners can become ?xated on maximising productive space, but having a wild patch in the garden can bring many bene?ts, from pollination to pest control, writes JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS.

Beneficial insect-attracting plants

Here's a full list of beneficial insect-attracting plants grown by JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS at his home, ‘Bellis’ in Brisbane. 

Sustainable firewood

Heating with wood has a reputation for being unsustainable, but JUSTIN RUSSELL argues that with the right timber and a slow combustion heater, your fireplace can be carbon neutral.

Become a backyard conservator

Grow heritage fruit trees at home and you'll become backyard conservator who is helping to stop the extinction of the world's food plants. JUSTIN RUSSELLL explains how.

Stop the rot – how to control pawpaw fruit rot organically

Fruit rots are the curse of organic pawpaw growing. PHIL DUDMAN suggests some simple organic controls and cures.

Dig and store spuds

You've grown a lovely crop of potatoes and its now time to dig, and store them for winter. JUSTIN RUSSELL explains how.

Kale is king

Easy to grow and a rich food source – could anything be better than growing your own organic kale, asks PETER CUNDALL.

Sowing winter beans

Broad beans are among the easiest vegies to grow during winter. JUSTIN RUSSELL explains how to propagate the plants from seed.

Lime-based whitewash

Here is Phil Dudman’s explanation of how to make a whitewash to protect fruit tree trunks.

Full greens ahead

Packed with flavour and nutrients, leafy Asian greens can be easily grown in all climates.

Tommies in May?

If you are determined to grow tomatoes, why not try some of the wonderful array of heirloom varieties with diverse colours and flavours.

Get cracking

Nuts are bursting with health benefits and flavour, write GRAHAM and ANNEMARIE BROOKMAN.