Recent articles by Phil Dudman
Gardens of Tasmania
Tasmania’s cool temperate gardens light up in spring, so start planning your visit for later this year.
Propagate hoya
Also known as wax plants, hoyas are a popular indoor plant. They are attractive, low maintenance and easy to propagate!
Propagate rhipsalis
Rhipsalis are tough and drought-hardy plants that are well-suited for growing in pots or hanging baskets. Here’s how to propagate them.
Propagate dracaena
Dracaena are one of the toughest plants for pots. With attractive, often variegated leaves, it’s no wonder they’re so popular as indoor plants. Here’s how to propagate them.
Grow chillies in pots
Learn how to grow chillies in pots, perfect for a balcony or patio garden!
Propagate devil’s ivy
Vine-like devil’s ivy (Epipremnum aureum) is one of the most versatile and easiest of all the indoor plants to grow. It’s also very easy to propagate when you want to increase your collection.
Plant kohlrabi
This alien-like vegie is down to earth and delicious. July is a good time for planting kohlrabi.
Grow sweet potato
A staple of vegie gardens worldwide, sweet potatoes are easy to grow, even in a pot.
What’s eating my eggplants?
Discover a few eggplant-destroying pests to look out for over summer.
Why won’t my choko grow?
Is your choko plant struggling to grow? Here are a few possible causes.
Plant okra
Okra is a versatile vegetable that can be sautéed, stewed, deep-fried, grilled, roasted or pickled. Here’s how to grow it…
Plant Florence fennel
Do you enjoy the crunchy texture and aniseed flavour of Florence fennel? It’s a great herb to have on hand so you can easily add it to salads and soups, or serve it with fish.