Sowing winter beans

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

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.

Rainbow connection

JUSTIN RUSSELL tells the story of the heirloom vegie poster boy, Rainbow Chard.

Autumn salads

Autumn is the perfect time of year to plant salad crops and JUSTIN RUSSELL explains the finer points of sowing lettuces.

Winter Veg – Get Planting!

Prepare winter crops now to maximize your potential harvest, writes PHIL DUDMAN

Arc de Cucumis

JUSTIN RUSSELL takes a leaf out of Phil Dudman's book and grows his cucumbers on a reinforcing mesh trellis.

Tomato Tactics

Justin Russel suggests some natural methods of controlling two of the most common tomato problems: root knot nematodes and blossom end rot.

Pumpkins Calling

They’re easy to grow and just as easy to store. If you love your pumpkins boiled, baked or blended, then now is the time to plan your summer crop, says PHIL DUDMAN

Purple Haze

After six months of nurturing, JUSTIN RUSSELL finally gets the chance to harvest Purple Sprouting broccoli. Was it worth the wait?

Growing organic cucumbers

Cucumbers are easy to grow organically and don’t need much room, and now’s the time to get planting, even in cooler areas, says PHIL DUDMAN

Asparagus Season

It’s asparagus season, and JUSTIN RUSSELL sings the praises of one the most delicious vegetables of spring.