Lime whitewash
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Lime-based whitewash

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

passionfruit
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How to solve problems with passionfruit

Got a passionfruit vine that’s giving you grief? Garden writer PHIL DUDMAN helps to unravel some of the most common hitches.

How to prepare for summer organic gardening
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How to prepare for summer organic gardening

Summer in the organic garden can pose its challenges, particularly in hot areas. PHIL DUDMAN shares a few tips for staying cool and keeping crops productive.

Flame Weeding
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Flame Weeding

Controlling weeds is one of the major challenges facing organic gardeners. JUSTIN RUSSELL shares his his experiments with a gas powered flame weeder.

Orange Tree
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The Solution to Citrus Problems

What's wrong with my citrus tree? JUSTIN RUSSELL says that this is the most common question asked of garden writers, but the solution is simple. Read on to find out what it is.

Protecting vegies from the cold
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Protecting vegies from the cold

As July temperatures plummet, PHIL DUDMAN shares some tips for safeguarding sensitive crops.

Sterilise your garden tools when moving between different crops to prevent transfer of disease.
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Keep it Clean

Good garden hygiene is paramount to reducing the incidence of pests and diseases, writes PHIL DUDMAN.

Red Rhubarb
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Why is my Rhubarb Green?

Rhubarb has had a renaissance in recent years, but more than a few people are finding that their plant won't change colours from green to red. JUSTIN RUSSELL explains why.