Recent articles by Judy Horton
A year in the life of your new citrus
Our month-by-month guide to planting and maintaining healthy and productive citrus.
Guide to growing citrus
It’s the perfect time to plant a new citrus tree or expand your orchard. Judy Horton explains what citrus to grow and where, how to feed them, pests to look out for and key maintenance tasks.
Larnach Castle & Gardens in Dunedin, New Zealand
Taking in this spectacular site on the South Island of New Zealand is a treat for gardeners and history buffs.
Prune flowering native plants
Want to keep your flowering natives in shape? Follow these simple pruning steps.
Miniature roses
With their classic good looks and suitability for small spaces, miniature roses deserve serious consideration.
Groundcovers for shade
Shady dry spots can be challenging, but with the right groundcover plants, those boring bare patches can be transformed into an eye-catching display.
Strappy-leafed plants for shady spots
Shady dry spots can be challenging, but with the right plants, those boring bare patches can be transformed into an eye-catching display.
How to get rid of fungus gnats
Fungus gnats are a common pest of indoor plants, especially where humidity and moisture are high.
Grow winter herbs
Don’t forget about your herb garden in winter. Many herbs grow well through the winter months and some actually prefer cooler conditions. Here are six winter-growing herbs to try…
August jobs in the patch
Discover what jobs need to be done in the vegie patch this August.
Winter pruning tips
Midwinter is the ideal time to prune many of your deciduous plants. Learn what to cut and what to keep the secateurs away from!
Three top plants for a native hedge
Planning a new hedge? Australia has a great range of beautiful and tough native plants that make great hedges. Here are some favourites.