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Author: John Mauger   Date Posted: 28 April 2016

This article details 2 of the biggest advantages of growing your own food from seed; freshness and value! Did you know you could potentially grow 196kg of fresh food for under $7.00! Wow!

Author: John Mauger   Date Posted: 8 April 2016

Sometimes called ‘compost tea’, 'liquid manure' or 'manure tea', homemade liquid fertiliser is very easily prepared and is an ideal source of nutrients to give your plants a boost during the growing season.

Author: John Mauger   Date Posted: 7 April 2016

As gardeners, what we really want is to be able to pick or use something we have grown every day of the year! Below are some tips to help you continue to harvest and use your produce through the cooler months.

Author: Lauren Eshman   Date Posted: 5 April 2016

As a way to savour the last of the glorious tomato through a dark and chilly winter, I thought I’d share a recipe to warm the cockles of your heart and your tummy too. It’s a tomato chutney that will go with just about anything.

Author: Gregg Jacobson   Date Posted: 5 April 2016

A guide on how bottle your own beetroot at home. It takes you through the entire process step by step in great detail. It is perfect for beginners who want to try bottling their own beetroot for the first time.

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Author: John Mauger   Date Posted: 24 March 2016

Tips, ideas and suggestions on how to use particular areas of your garden to the best advantage.

Author: John Mauger   Date Posted: 24 March 2016

The addition of organic material to soil improves soil structure, water-holding ability and soil activity. This article documents many common and not so common materials from around the home and garden that can be used to improve your soil.

Author: Amanda Mac   Date Posted: 22 March 2016

This is my Grandmother’s Rosella Jam recipe along with some general tips for successful preserve making. Once you’ve tasted freshly made Rosella jam you’ll be forever spoiled for eating the supermarket brand jam varieties again.

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Author: Ann Howard   Date Posted: 22 March 2016

Nasturtiums are found in many parts of the world. Tropaeolum majus is believed to have originated in the Andes from Bolivia north to Colombia. The seeds were taken to Europe from Peru by Spanish explorers in the 16th century. The name ‘nasturtium’ ...

Author: Bill   Date Posted: 4 March 2016

Composting is a process which involves converting kitchen and garden waste into humus which is then added to your garden soil. It re-introduces vital nutrients and builds soil structure which encourages better plant growth and better soil fertility.

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Author: Bill   Date Posted: 9 February 2016

Growing herbs at home carries a number of important benefits for you and your family. From better-tasting food to lower grocery costs, starting a herb garden will make a big difference in how your family eats and how much you spend.

Author: Adam Boddy   Date Posted: 29 January 2016

It's one of the most common issues you run into when starting plants from seed. What do you do when your seedlings grow skinny, delicate and spindly? This article can help diagnose why you are winding up with leggy seedlings and how to correct it.

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Author: Bill   Date Posted: 19 January 2016

What is the best way to harvest and use this useful herb? Try the following tips to increase your yield of fresh basil, and get some ideas on how to use basil in interesting and delicious ways in your kitchen.

Author: Sarah Rasdall   Date Posted: 15 January 2016

If you find that your Cucurbits are not setting fruit and the flowers are simply falling off , you might have a pollination problem. There’s an easy solution: hand pollination.

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Author: Sarah Rasdall   Date Posted: 16 December 2015

Knowing how to transplant seedlings from pots into your garden is an essential skill every gardener needs to know. This article details some keys points to make sure your seedlings get the best start possible in their new home.

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Author: Bill   Date Posted: 16 November 2015

When considering whether or not to use proper seed orientation it's important to understand that although most seeds do technically have a correct orientation, for most home gardeners seed orientation probably won't effect your results much either way...

Author: Sarah Rasdall   Date Posted: 13 November 2015

Sowing seeds is the most miraculous part of the entire growing process. Watching a complete plant come alive from a tiny capsule is truly a magnificent journey. Here are some tips to ensure that you can relax and enjoy this miracle of nature.

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Author: Ros   Date Posted: 25 June 2014

Green compost is known as green manure. Its a is a way to enrich the soil by planting nitrogen giving and nutrient dense crops. The crop is gently tilled into the soil when it is almost ready to harvest, usually just before it flowers.

Author: Adam Boddy   Date Posted: 3 May 2013

The truth is that there is a fair amount of debate over what the term heirloom in relation to seed actually means. This article clarifies and discusses some key points.

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Author: Adam Boddy   Date Posted: 1 December 2012

Summer is the time of year that we get to reap the rewards of all our hard work. Plants grow so fast you can see them changing day to day. Summer can also be a lot of work though, here are some tips to make your life a little easier.

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