It doesn’t matter if you’re looking after houseplants or bringing up veggies, everyone is equally guilty of forgetting one fundamental part of their plant care; soil health.  I don’t mean nutrient levels, and I don’t even mean managing irrigation. I am talking about the actual health of your soil. In this guide to worm castings, we will look at exactly how they make the difference they do. This guide shares details on how to build three different types of worm farm, and how to use the products. And rather than leaving you in the dark about why you are doing it, we share the facts about w ..read more

Fern lovers across the country are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to their picks of fantastic Australian ferns. In saying that, I also think we have an attractive and diverse array of introduced ferns that have readily adapted to our various endemic regional climates. What I found so functional about ferns is that most species are evergreens with the ability to elevate both indoor and outdoor spaces year-round with their fanciful foliage. Ferns offer a delicate elegance. They are textured and lively plants, often decorated with vibrant fronds and variegated foliage. With so many beauti ..read more

I absolutely adore string plants and they’re certainly gaining mass popularity globally thanks to their ability to add intrigue and texture to indoor and outdoor spaces.  Sure, some species can be a little tricky to care for, but overall, it is worth it once you have gorgeous tendrils of exciting foliage elevating your home aesthetics.  Most of these specimens come in the form of string succulents, as succulents lend themselves well to climbing and trailing habits. However, there are so many stunning species to choose from that honestly, it can be a little overwhelming when trying t ..read more

onions always make me think of my mother. Growing up, we never ate a salad as a family that didn’t have spring onions in it. My Mom also used to make the most delicious omelette with spring onions. It’s a favourite to this day. Whenever I visit her, I ask her to make it. Since they are essentially a part of my DNA, I am happy to share what I know about them in this comprehensive guide to growing and caring for spring onions in Australia ..read more

Wheatgrass Juice is one of the richest sources of Iron and hence is more sought after than Spinach or Broccoli. Also, it is also one of the expensive juices in the packed juices category. The readymade alternatives include the bottled juices and wheatgrass powders which can be mixed with water to have the Wheatgrass Juice. But, when it comes to the nutrition content of the freshly prepared juice, all the market alternatives are overridden ..read more

My discovery of the Bergamot orange or Citrus bergamia, began with a cup of Earl Grey tea. Intrigued by my daily cup of happiness, I enthusiastically researched this small citrus tree and the fragrant fruit which is used to create bergamot oil. In this article, I will share with you what I have learned about propagating Bergamot, what kind of care is needed for the tree, and how to harvest the fruit ..read more

Low maintenance, and a boon for butterflies? Sounds too good to be true right? Well, Sedum Autumn Joy is exactly that, offering nectar at a time when it’s scarce, and packing a serious punch of wonderfully structural flowers too. If you want to attract butterflies to the garden without big, brash buddleias, or scruffy hibernation sites, follow our guide to growing this spectacular sedum, which will keep your garden bright into autumn, and looking joyful in summer.  ..read more

Persimmons are fascinating fruits (berries technically) that can be grown pretty much anywhere in the world, despite a generally tropical native habitat. Their fleshy fruits are much more varied than you’ll ever find in a supermarket, and well worth growing for yourself. For a full guide on growing your own persimmons, and a selection of great cultivars to try for yourself, read on ..read more

Cumquats are my least favourite citrus fruit by a long way, but they’re also my favourite citrus tree. The structure of the tree is looser, and the leaves have a much more delicate quality than other citrus trees. If you’re a fan of their fruit, then they’ve got everything going for them, but for many, that intense bitterness of just-ripe cumquats is too much. Regardless of my personal distaste for cumquats, I do love growing them. They add a gorgeous architecture in pots and large planters and are slow-growing enough that it’s easy to plan a garden around them. For help and advice on growing ..read more

Pansies are, without a shadow of a doubt, the most recognisable, iconic, and useful, bedding plant. It’s a sweeping statement, much like the sweeping carpets of colour they provide, but one that’s very much earned.  Delicate and intricate details hide within bold and blousy blooms and are often disregarded as too overt, or brash. But, with gardens increasingly needing to offer respite from the world around us, it’s well worth leaving prejudices at the gate and having a go at growing these vibrant bedding plants yourself. To get you started, we’ve set out a comprehensive guide to growing ..read more