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.
Gardening
A little help from my friends
As a kid, I vividly remember how the sight of roaming chooks in her ornamental garden would ruffle my Mum’s feathers.
Gardening
The heat is on
I love the way a brick wall soaks up heat, holding it fast all day, then radiating it out into the air as the evening cools.
