Recent articles by Phil Dudman
Replenishing the soil
Feed your soil and it will produce nourishing food for you. It’s the best thing you can do for your edible garden, and the very best bit? It doesn’t have to be backbreaking work.
Perfect passionfruit
Dreaming of homegrown passionfruit? While these productive vines can be a little temperamental, the right care makes all the difference. With a little time and know-how, a thriving crop can be yours.
Perfectly sweet raspberries
There’s something magical about wandering into the garden and picking a handful of sun-warmed raspberries – plump, perfumed and deliciously sweet.
How to grow artichokes
Few edible plants make a statement in the garden quite like the globe artichoke. This hardy herbaceous perennial plant could hold its own in any ornamental border.
Secrets to growing green onions
Tasty and versatile, green onions will grow almost anywhere with very little fuss. You can harvest them practically year-round, whether in the ground or in a pot on a balcony.
Grow peas – with ease
Peas are delicious and simple to grow, and because most varieties are climbers, they’re perfect for small spaces.
Go for garlic
This flavoursome bulb is one of those humble kitchen staples that can be added to many meals.
Maximising production
You don’t need acreage to grow abundant crops. It’s about planning and consistency, writes Phil Dudman.
Growing from seed
Whether you save your own seeds or buy them, growing from seed can be deeply satisfying. Here, vegie-growing expert Phil Dudman shares five seed-sowing lessons.
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!