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Phil Dudman

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Phil is a horticulturist and gardener with a background in design and a passion for growing organic food. Using techniques and systems developed over 30 years of gardening, Phil grows 75 percent of his household fruit and vegetables in his suburban backyard and runs regular workshops in his patch to show others how. Based in northern NSW, Phil presents gardening talkback every Saturday morning on ABC North Coast radio. He’s also a regular speaker at gardening events across the country and hosts garden tours locally and internationally. Phil has written three books for ABC Books and has been a contributor to ABC Gardening Australia magazine for many years.

Recent articles by Phil Dudman

Grow mint in a pot
Potted produce

Grow mint in a pot

Grow mint in a pot for a burst of fresh flavour anytime you need it. Here’s how.

potatoes
Vegies

Three ways to grow potatoes

There’s more than one way to grow a good spud. Here’s three tried and true methods…

Kale
Vegies

Plant kale

Learn how to plant and grow kale in your garden.

Chinese cabbage or wombok
Vegies

What I’ve learnt about wombok

Chinese cabbage (also called wombok) is easy to grow, and it’s a versatile vegetable in the kitchen.

grow turmeric
Herbs

Grow ginger and turmeric

For a small amount of effort, ginger and turmeric offer big flavours. Here are some growing tips...

Cutworm
Pests and diseases

Cutworm

While you’re sleeping, this pest might be creating a nightmare in your vegie patch. Here’s one way to deal with it.

beetroot
Edible gardening

Why can’t I grow big beetroot?

Planting time, spacing and nutrition can all affect the size of your beets.

codling moth
Pests and diseases

Manage codling moth

Regular inspections and organic remedies are key to minimising damage by this unwanted visitor.

Cabbage white butterfly
Pests and diseases

Cabbage white butterfly

Keep an eye out for these very hungry caterpillars that will quickly decimate your crops.

Whitefly
Pests and diseases

Whitefly control

Early detection and decisive action is the best defence against whitefly.

grow capsicum
Vegies

Grow capsicum

You can’t beat capsicum for adding colour, crunch and sweetness to summer dishes. Here are some top varieties and tips for growing a bumper crop.

broad beans
Vegies

Grow broad beans

Broad beans are one of the quintessential cool season crops. Learn how to grow them in your vegie patch.

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