Fact Sheets: Garden Techniques
John's Vegie Plot - Part 1
John Patrick, 27/12/2008
John Patrick begins his vegie patch at Hawthorn Community Garden, which Gardening Australia will regularly look in on.
School Kitchen Garden
Jane Edmanson, 27/12/2008
Jane visits a kitchen garden at Elwood Primary School in Melbourne
Garden In A Vase
Meredith Kirton, 20/12/2008
In August, Meredith got some tips on bringing garden flowers inside
Sprayer Care
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 20/12/2008
In May, Jerry demonstrated how to care for your garden sprayer
Using Bales
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 20/12/2008
In July, Jerry demonstrated the benefits of using bales in the garden
John's Vegie Plot - Part 3
John Patrick, 29/11/2008
John Patrick keeps us up-to-date with what’s happening in his community garden vegie plot
Succulent Art
Sophie Thomson, 29/11/2008
Sophie Thompson demonstrates how to create a succulent artwork
Summer Preparation
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 29/11/2008
Jerry gives us some tips on preparing our gardens for summer
Groundcovers
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 22/11/2008
Jerry looks at a range of ground covers that can be used as lawn alternatives
Margaret Stones
John Patrick, 15/11/2008
John Patrick meets Margaret Stones, one of Australia’s most gifted and prolific botanical artists
Building a Raised Bed
Angus Stewart, 08/11/2008
Angus Stewart demonstrates how to prepare a raised garden bed
Reuse in the Garden
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 08/11/2008
Jerry Coleby-Williams gives tips on reusing common waste materials
John's Vegie Plot - Part 2
John Patrick, 01/11/2008
John Patrick’s back at his plot in the Hawthorn Community Garden
Maintaining Drip Irrigation
Josh Byrne, 25/10/2008
Josh Byrne explains how to maintain a drip irrigation system
Reinvigorating Lawns
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 25/10/2008
Jerry demonstrates how to reinvigorate and maintain your lawn
Pot Culture
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 18/10/2008
Jerry shows how to select the right pot for your plant
Visiting Pete's Patch
Jane Edmanson, 18/10/2008
Jane Edmanson visits Pete’s Patch at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Hobart
Herbal Tea Plants
Sophie Thompson, 27/09/2008
Sophie Thomson shares her knowledge on plants for herbal teas
Royal Melbourne Zoo
John Patrick, 27/09/2008
John Patrick visits the Japanese Garden at the Melbourne Zoo
An Entomologist's Garden
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 20/09/2008
Jerry Coleby-Williams discovers a wildlife garden in the suburbs of Brisbane.
John's Vegie Plot - Part 1
John Patrick, 20/09/2008
John Patrick begins his vegie patch at Hawthorn Community Garden, which Gardening Australia will regularly look in on.
Tree Removal
Angus Stewart, 06/09/2008
Angus looks at how large, unhealthy trees are safely removed from yards.
Cranbourne Natives
Jane Edmanson, 30/08/2008
Jane visits the Australian Garden at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne
Focal Point Design
Sophie Thomson, 23/08/2008
Sophie discusses how to incorporate focal points in garden design
Leonie's Vegie Patch
Leonie Norrington, 23/08/2008
Leonie explains what’s happening in her vegie patch
Redlands Heritage Garden
Sophie Thomson, 23/08/2008
Colin visits the Redlands heritage garden in Brisbane
Garden In A Vase
Meredith Kirton, 09/08/2008
Meredith gets some tips on bringing garden flowers inside
National Memorial Walk
Peter Cundall, 26/07/2008
Pete visits the National Memorial Walk at the Enogerra Barracks in Brisbane
The Philosophy of Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 26/07/2008
Pete explains the principles behind his vegie patch
Frost Tolerant Plants
Sophie Thomson, 19/07/2008
Sophie suggests some tips to protect your plants from frost
Growing in Glass
Meredith Kirton, 19/07/2008
Meredith shows how to create a mini landscape for inside
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 19/07/2008
Pete’s in the patch harvesting beetroot, swedes and carrots and planting spuds.
Using Bales
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 19/07/2008
Jerry explains the benefits of using bales in the garden
School Kitchen Garden
Jane Edmanson, 12/07/2008
Jane visits a kitchen garden at Elwood Primary School in Melbourne
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 05/07/2008
Pete’s back in the patch planting a fruit tree and pruning blackcurrants
Airport Garden
Leonie Norrington, 28/06/2008
Leonie explores an indigenous garden surrounding Darwin airport
Mini-Makeover
Meredith Kirton, 28/06/2008
Meredith gives some tips on making over a small backyard area
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 21/06/2008
Pete is in the patch planting onions, looking at leeks and fertilising the salad greens
Sustainable Solutions
Josh Byrne, 21/06/2008
Josh visits Tim Derby and Sharni Graham for some solutions to sustainable living
Pruning Grapevines
John Patrick, 14/06/2008
John visits Peter May to learn the techniques for training and pruning grapevines
Winter Flowering Natives
Angus Stewart, 14/06/2008
Angus profiles some natives that flower in early winter
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 24/05/2008
Pete’s back in the patch digging in green manure, looking at kale and broad beans
Backyard Frog Ponds
Josh Byrne, 17/05/2008
Josh meets frog doctor – Johnny Prefumo – to learn how to build a frog pond
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 10/05/2008
Pete is in the patch clearing beans, planting spinach and pruning a nectarine tree
Plant Propagation
Jane Edmanson, 10/05/2008
Jane visits a propagation nursery which produces over a million plants a year
Semi-ripe Cuttings
Jane Edmanson, 19/04/2008
Jane explains the techniques for taking semi-ripe cuttings
Weed Management
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 12/04/2008
Jerry gives some tips on managing plants so they don’t jump the garden fence.
Germinating Ferns
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 05/04/2008
Jerry explains the techniques used to germinate ferns
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 29/03/2008
Pete’s back in the patch planting broad beans, lettuces and caring for figs
Reinvigorating Borders
Meredith Kirton, 29/03/2008
Meredith gives some tips for reinvigorating a tired border
Dry-Climate Garden
Sophie Thomson, 22/03/2008
Sophie meets dry-climate gardening expert Trevor Nottle
Manure Nutrients
Angus Stewart, 22/03/2008
Angus explains the nutrient benefits of using manure on the garden
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 15/03/2008
Pete is back in the patch, pruning fruit trees and picking sweet corn
Garden Maintenance
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 08/03/2008
Jerry gets busy on garden maintenance in autumn
Planning For Cyclones
Leonie Norrington, 08/03/2008
Leonie explains how to minimise cyclone damage in the garden
Cool Climate Autumn Jobs
Jane Edmanson, 01/03/2008
Jane prunes, lifts and divides perennials for autumn
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 01/03/2008
Pete’s back in the patch looking at how the vegies have grown over summer
Creating A School Garden: Part 6
Josh Byrne, 23/02/2008
Josh tours the completed Swan Valley Anglican Community School Garden
Deep Watering
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 16/02/2008
Jerry demonstrates a deep-watering technique for trees
Compost Net
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 01/12/2007
Jerry explains how to avoid vinegar flies in the compost
Summer Survival
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 01/12/2007
Jerry gives some tips on gardening summer survival
Hard Seed Propagation
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 15/09/2007
Jerry gives a tip on propagating hard-coated seed
Using Hay Bales
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 01/09/2007
Jerry explains how hay bales have protected his garden
Winter Garden Maintenance
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 16/06/2007
Jerry gives some tips on winter garden maintenance
Indoor Plant Care
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 03/02/2007
Jerry gives some tips on caring for indoor plants
Rose Breeding
Sophie Thompson, 27/01/2007
Sophie learns about rose breeding
The rose is among the most popular flowers in the world and that means rose breeding is big business.
Building a Worm Farm
Jane Edmanson, 20/01/2007
Jane explains the benefits of worm farms
There can be no doubt that worms are the best thing for your garden.
Growing Globe Artichokes
Peter Cundall, 20/01/2007
Peter gives some tips on growing globe artichokes
The leaves of globe artichokes Cynara scolymus are extremely handsome, with a lovely silver grey appearance.
Powdered Sulphur
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 20/01/2007
Jerry explains the uses of powdered sulphur
Sulphur is one of the oldest garden remedies and it is as good today as when people first started using it.
Propagating Natives
Angus Stewart, 06/01/2007
Angus gives tips on propagating natives from seed
Australian plants have evolved a variety of strategies for reproduction from seed.
Rainwater Tanks
Josh Byrne, 23/12/2006
Josh talks about rainwater tanks
With so much of the country in drought, water conservation is on our minds and making the most of natural rain is the perfect place to start.
Striking Grapevines
Peter Cundall, 23/12/2006
Pete gives tips on striking grapevines
Gardening Australia gets many letters asking how to strike and plant grapevines.
Composting
Jane Edmanson, 16/12/2006
Jane promotes the benefits of composting
Compost is such a good thing.
Pests and Solutions
Josh Byrne, 16/12/2006
Josh suggests some organic pest controls
Pests are a normal part of every garden.
Pete to Your Place
Peter Cundall, 16/12/2006
Peter visits Woodbridge School in Tasmania
Woodbridge is a special school in a beautiful area of southeastern Tasmania.
Pete's Liquid Manure Recipe
Peter Cundall, 16/12/2006
Pete’s liquid manure recipe
Many people have written to Gardening Australia asking for a recipe for liquid manure - so here it is.
Seaweed Fertiliser
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 16/12/2006
Seaweed is a wonderful fertiliser, a great soil builder and an excellent compost activator.
Banksia propagation
Peter Cundall, 09/12/2006
Pete explains how to plant native seeds
It's unbelievably easy to propagate a range of different Australian plants.
Summer Gardening Tips
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 02/12/2006
Jerry gives some gardening tips to survive summer
When it comes to summer it's important to use water wisely and also take particular notice of trees and other plants which can, because of lack of water, become stressed.
Growing Kale
Peter Cundall, 25/11/2006
Pete gives some tips on growing kale
I can't get over the number of people that write to me politely and say, "Look, you're an old geezer.
How Compost is Made
Josh Byrne, 25/11/2006
Josh explains the mysteries of composting
Have you ever wondered where a bag of compost from a nursery comes from?
Growing Grevilleas
Colin Cambell, 18/11/2006
Colin gives some tips on growing grevilleas
Grevilleas are the third largest group of Australian native plants, with somewhere between 350 and 500 species in the genus.
Creating a Small Garden
Josh Byrne, 11/11/2006
Josh explains his plans to recycle organic waste
The 3,500 litre in ground rainwater tank is installed.
Spring Blossom
Jane Edmanson, 28/10/2006
Jane profiles spring blossom
After a long, cold winter you can always tell when spring is just around the corner because the fruit and ornamental trees come into blossom.
Tropical Roses
Leonie Norrington, 28/10/2006
Leonie finds out how to grow roses in the tropics
A beautiful, healthy rose is not something normally associated with the tropics.
Horticultural Oils
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 21/10/2006
Jerry explains the virtues of horticultural oils
Horticultural oils are one of the most effective controls for a broad range of sap-sucking pests in the garden.
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 21/10/2006
Pete gives tomato-growing advice
Of all the vegetables grown in gardens, tomatoes are by far the most popular.
Pete to Your Place
Peter Cundall, 07/10/2006
Pete gives some tips on windbreaks and possum problems
Lisa Dryden lives in one of the most beautiful parts of Australia.
Safe Gardening
John Patrick, 07/10/2006
John finds out the safe use of potting mix
Gardening Australia constantly receives correspondence about the correct handling of potting mix.
Lawn Maintenance
Colin Campbell, 30/09/2006
Colin gives some advice on lawn maintenance
It's a time honoured Aussie tradition - cranking up the mower and going for a burn over the front lawn.
Planting Parsley
Peter Cundall, 30/09/2006
Pete plants parsley seed
Parsley seed is tiny and gives all sorts of problems when planting.
Propagating Natives
Angus Stewart, 30/09/2006
Angus gives tips on propagating natives from seed
Australian plants have evolved a variety of strategies for reproduction from seed.
Grafting Natives
Angus Stewart, 23/09/2006
Angus gives some tips on grafting natives
The star like flowers of boronias have long enchanted bushwalkers in parts of Australia from the east to west coast.
Creating a Fern Garden
Peter Cundall, 16/09/2006
Pete creates a fern garden
Woodbridge school in Tasmania has a problem.
Rainwater Tanks
Josh Byrne, 16/09/2006
Josh talks about rainwater tanks
With so much of the country in drought, water conservation is on our minds and making the most of natural rain is the perfect place to start.
Palms in Pots
Colin Campbell, 09/09/2006
Colin gives tips on growing palms in pots
Nothing beats an attractive palm in a nice pot, there is a huge selection of palms to choose from, and what's more, they grow all over Australia.
Fertilisers
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 02/09/2006
Jerry advises on spring fertilising
It’s spring, and time to think about composting, mulching and of course fertilising to prepare for the growing season.
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 02/09/2006
Pete’s in the patch planting potatoes and peas
Potatoes come in different varieties and shapes.
Dividing Dahlias
Peter Cundall, 26/08/2006
Pete shows how to divide dahlias
Of the summer flowering plants Dahlias must be tops.
Pond Cleaning
John Patrick, 26/08/2006
John says now is the time to spring clean the pond
Water is a wonderful addition to any garden.
Pruning Camellias
Angus Stewart, 26/08/2006
Angus gives some tips on pruning camellias
Camellias are one of the world's most beautiful and versatile shrubs or small trees.
Dried Perennials
John Patrick, 19/08/2006
John gives tips on perennials for a winter display
Most gardeners in autumn have a propensity to cut back wonderful perennials, which have given an incredible display.
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 19/08/2006
Pete is preparing the soil for spring and fertilising leafy vegies
Isn't it absolutely blooming marvellous?
Growing Globe Artichokes
Peter Cundall, 12/08/2006
Peter gives some tips on growing globe artichokes
The leaves of globe artichokes Cynara scolymus are extremely handsome, with a lovely silver grey appearance.
Plant Identification
John Patrick, 12/08/2006
John takes the mystery out of plant identification
A knowledge of plants is fundamental to gardeners because plants are the raw materials for horticulturists.
Aquaponics
Josh Byrne, 05/08/2006
Josh visits an aquaponic backyard in Perth
Joel Malcolm's suburban backyard is not big but it's extremely productive, with thriving fruit trees and vegetables.
Ask It/Solve It
Peter Cundall and Jerry Coleby-Williams, 29/07/2006
Peter and Jerry answer some gardening queries on spinach, figs, insects and frangipani trees.
Heliconias
Leonie Norrington, 29/07/2006
Leonie tells us about growing Heliconias
A joy of being a Top End gardener is that you can grow some of the world's most spectacular tropical plants, like the absolutely beautiful Heliconia.
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 22/07/2006
Pete gives advice on growing citrus in cool climates
A burning question in many parts of Australia is: "What's wrong with my citrus trees?
Propagating Natives
Angus Stewart, 22/07/2006
Angus finds out about propagating native plants
You never know what people get up to in their backyards.
Creating a Small Garden
Josh Byrne, 15/07/2006
Josh installs a grey water system
The next step in setting up the new garden is to install a grey water system - a big job, but a critical one.
Hydroponics
, 15/07/2006
Andrew Pearson grows hydroponic tomatoes – this is his story
My name is Andrew Pearson.
Planting & Pruning Berry Vines
John Patrick, 15/07/2006
John demonstrates how to manage berries
The edge of the Dandenong Ranges, east of Melbourne, is known as the heart of berry country.
Rose Breeding
Sophie Thompson, 15/07/2006
Sophie learns about rose breeding
The rose is among the most popular flowers in the world and that means rose breeding is big business.
Taking Rose Cuttings
Peter Cundall, 15/07/2006
Pete explains how to take rose cuttings
Gardening Australia receives countless letters from people wanting to know how to propagate roses from cuttings.
Growing Vegies in Pots
Josh Byrne, 08/07/2006
Josh gives advice on growing vegies in pots
Just because you don't have a large garden doesn't mean you can't enjoy homegrown fresh vegies.
The World of Fungus
Dr Tom May, 08/07/2006
Mycologist, Dr Tom May, is hooked on fungi and explains why
My name is Dr Tom May.
Chrysanthemum care
Peter Cundall, 01/07/2006
Pete gives some tips on caring for Chrysanthemums
There must be thousands of potted Chrysanthemums sold on Mother's Day.
Clay Soil Test
Angus Stewart, 01/07/2006
Angus learns how to test clay soil
Clay often gets bad press in gardening books.
Garden Tool Kit
Meredith Kirton, 01/07/2006
Meredith suggests a basic gardening tool kit
My basic toolkit includes: long bladed shears, square nosed spade, leaf rake, hand trowel, hand fork, double sided cultivator, gloves, bucket, a set of cutlery (which may surprise but I use them all the time) and secateurs.
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 24/06/2006
Pete’s back in his vegie patch growing healthy food
Never be contemptuous about the good old swede.
Planting Asparagus
Jane Edmanson, 24/06/2006
Jane shows us how to plant Asparagus
A favourite vegetable is Asparagus officinalis.
Trench Digging
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 24/06/2006
Jerry explains the technique of trench digging
Now is a good time to put in a winter crop of tomatoes and soil preparation is the key.
Creating a Small Garden
Josh Byrne and Peter Cundall, 17/06/2006
Peter visits Josh’s small garden and lends a helping hand
So far the backyard has been cleaned up and the raised vegie bed established.
Striking Grapevines
Peter Cundall, 17/06/2006
Pete gives tips on striking grapevines
Gardening Australia gets many letters asking how to strike and plant grapevines.
Sweet Potato
Jerry Coleby Williams, 17/06/2006
Jerry gives advice on growing sweet potatoes
If you enjoy eating and growing potatoes, then try sweet potatoes.
Pete To Your Place
Peter Cundall, 10/06/2006
Peter visits Lauderdale Primary School in Tasmania
Gardening Australia received a letter from Rebecca Whyte, on behalf of all the school kids at Lauderdale Primary School near Hobart.
Coppicing & Pollarding
John Patrick, 03/06/2006
John looks at the art of coppicing and pollarding
A plant that’s cut back close to ground level and results in the production of young, vigorous stems has been subject to a process called coppicing.
Indoor Plant Care
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 03/06/2006
Jerry gives some tips on caring for indoor plants
Houseplants are often as important as an outdoor garden.
Making a Compost Bin
Peter Cundall, 03/06/2006
Pete makes a compost bin for around $34
Gardening Australia received a letter asking how to make a small, but effective compost bin.
Gardening Australia Expo Brisbane - Great Health, Great Living, Great Gardening
Peter Cundall, 19/05/2006
I like all kinds of gardening.
Gardening Australia Expo Brisbane - Plant Propagation
Angus Stewart, 19/05/2006
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 13/05/2006
Pete’s in his patch growing winter vegies and harvesting pumpkins
We had a problem with a ‘Granny Smith’ apple tree.
Seedling Production
John Patrick, 13/05/2006
John visits a seedling production nursery
Keen gardeners will have bought dozens of punnets of seedlings over the years.
Creating a Small Garden
Josh Byrne, 06/05/2006
Josh builds and plants his raised vegie garden
The first step in my small garden was tidying up, and now the challenge is a lot less daunting.
Practical Autumn Jobs
Meredith Kirton, 06/05/2006
Meredith gives advice on autumn jobs
Autumn is one of the most pleasant times for gardening, which is great, as there is always lots to do.
Pruning Rasberries
Peter Cundall, 29/04/2006
Pete gives some tips on pruning raspberries
Raspberries can become a real mess at the end of the season.
Building a Worm Farm
Jane Edmanson, 22/04/2006
Jane explains the benefits of worm farms
There can be no doubt that worms are the best thing for your garden.
Organic Audit
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 22/04/2006
Jerry’s garden undergoes an organic audit
It's two and a half years since I moved to Wynnum in suburban Brisbane and it's hard to believe how much the garden has changed.
Pete's Patch
Peter Cundall, 22/04/2006
Pete’s in his patch preparing for winter
Use a garden fork to dig the garden so as not to turn the soil over, but to leave the good and living stuff on top.
Pests and Solutions
Josh Byrne, 08/04/2006
Josh suggests some organic pest controls
Pests are a normal part of every garden.
Powdered Sulphur
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 08/04/2006
Jerry explains the uses of powdered sulphur
Sulphur is one of the oldest garden remedies and it is as good today as when people first started using it.
Spring-Flowering Bulbs
Jane Edmanson, 08/04/2006
Jane talks about planting bulbs
Spring flowering bulbs are all-time favourites in the garden.
Pete to your place - Sonia Robertson
Peter Cundall, 01/04/2006
Pete visits Sonia Robertson to solve some problems
Sonia Robertson is a keen but, frustrated gardener at Parkdale, in Melbourne.
Seedling Care
Colin Campbell, 25/03/2006
Colin gives tips on how to give seedlings the best start
When it comes to buying seedlings, there are a few things to remember.
Smooth Luffa
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 25/03/2006
Jerry explains how to grow smooth luffas
Many will recognise the luffa as something used to scrub your back in the bath.
Composting
Jane Edmanson, 18/03/2006
Jane promotes the benefits of composting
Compost is such a good thing.
Pete's Patch #2
Peter Cundall, 18/03/2006
Pete gives some peach tree pruning tips
It’s a challenge that always fills me with the most incredible ecstasy and excitement.
Banksia propagation
Peter Cundall, 11/03/2006
Pete explains how to plant native seeds
It's unbelievably easy to propagate a range of different Australian plants.
Maintaining Natives
Sophie Thomson, 11/03/2006
Sophie tells us how to look after natives
Back in the seventies, Australian bush gardens were all the rage, as gardeners embraced the natural surroundings and rejected the more traditional garden of roses, lawns and perennials.
Arrowroot and Peanuts
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 04/03/2006
Jerry gives us the lowdown on growing peanuts and arrowroot
Two vegetables I've been itching to grow are peanuts and Queensland arrowroot.
Pruning Fruit Trees
Peter Cundall, 04/03/2006
Pete gives some fruit tree pruning tips
It’s possible to train apple trees to grow flat on lattice.
Permaculture
Josh Byrne, 25/02/2006
Much planning and hard work has changed what was once a neglected suburban block to be full of fruit trees, vegies, chooks and even a wetland….
Pete's Patch No. 1
Peter Cundall, 25/02/2006
Now is the time to prepare the ground for one of the most nutritious of all vegetables and the easiest to plant, and they are leeks.
Seaweed Fertiliser
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 25/02/2006
Seaweed is a wonderful fertiliser, a great soil builder and an excellent compost activator.
Propagation
Jane Edmanson, 18/02/2006
Jane reveals the secrets to propagating plants
Propagating is the process of growing new plants from old.
The Vegie Patch
Peter Cundall, 18/02/2006
Peter shows us the Rippon Lea Kitchen Garden
I must confess I couldn't leave Rippon Lea without looking at one of my favourite parts.
Gardener of the Year: Bob O'Neill
John Patrick, 12/11/2005
John presents our Gardener of the Year, Bob O’Neill, with his trophy
Gardening Australia’s Ornamental Gardener of the Year, Bob O'Neill, also known as 'The Correa King' has been voted the ABC Gardening Australia Gardener of the Year.
Soil Improvement
Peter Cundall, 12/11/2005
Pete gives some tips on soil improvement
We have heavy clay soil and that's the reason I'm digging some pale looking stuff in.
No-Dig Gardening
Jane Edmanson, 05/11/2005
Jane’s no-dig gardening technique
Instead of digging or hoeing and hurting your back, why not use a gardener's best friend - worms - to help establish a no dig garden bed.
Planting In Dry Shade
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 05/11/2005
Jerry gives some tips on plants for dry shade
My narrow driveway border gets very little direct sunshine.
How To Mulch
Sophie Thomson, 29/10/2005
Sophie tests a range of mulches
Most people know what mulch is.
Organic Fungicide
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 29/10/2005
Jerry’s organic fungicide recipes
Discovering a disease in the garden is often a trigger for a gardener to use a chemical, such as a fungicide to get rid of the powdery mildew.
Pete's Patch # 7
Peter Cundall, 29/10/2005
Planting in Pete’s patch
Let's start by getting right down to earth.
Clematis
John Patrick, 15/10/2005
John profiles Clematis ‘Golden Tiara’
Pete's Patch #6
Peter Cundall, 15/10/2005
Pete gives some tomato planting hints
Festival Favourites
John Patrick & Sophie Thomson, 01/10/2005
John and Sophie discuss their festival favourites
Organic - What To Plant
Josh Byrne, 01/10/2005
Josh shows us how to plant organically
Pete to your Place #9
Peter Cundall, 01/10/2005
Pete visits Meagan and Bill Avery to solve their garden problems
Coastal Planting
Peter Cundall, 24/09/2005
Peter advises on plants for the coast
Potting Mix Recipes
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 24/09/2005
Jerry’s potting mix recipes
Screening Wall
Andrew O'Sullivan, 24/09/2005
Andrew builds a screening wall for the garden
