Gardening
Blooming in the shadows
Learn about the unexpected joys of growing mushrooms. Follow the story of a gardener who found solace and growth through the cultivation of mushrooms during a challenging season of life.
Gardening
To prune or not to prune? That is the question.
Pruning hints and tips in this month's Diggin' It
Gardening
Which plant where? And why not on my nature strip?
As I was mowing the endless miles of nature strip bordering my corner block recently, I wondered why, in this time of climate concern, we cling so desperately to European notions of lawn, especially on our nature strips. Lawns are a monoculture environment offering little shelter, shade or food to native fauna, while demanding much in time and resources to maintain.
Gardening
Put it in the ground
While most of our household waste does not belong in the ground, there is some that you can bury in the backyard. Food and other organics can all go to making compost. Ali Manns shares some tips.
Gardening
The ‘Ground Cover Bandit’ strikes again
It is illegal to take cuttings from plants in council parks, isn’t it? Not that I’d ever do that, I’m just asking for a friend who thinks he might have a problem.
Gardening
Indoor plants: A garden for all seasons
The comfort of indoors is certainly a draw on cold days and the urge to hibernate can be strong. But whether we realise it or not, it is in our makeup to want and indeed need regular nature connection.
Gardening
What your weeds are telling you
Plants tell stories and the abundant weeds that clothe the soil here have much to say.
Gardening
The broad appeal of the humble broad bean
Broad beans are foolproof, good value for money and add vibrancy and fresh scents to your garden.
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