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Gardening advice

Vegie patch snapshot 

From Darwin to Devonport, April is changeover time in the vegie patch. Gardening Australia TV's Hannah Moloney takes a look at what’s happening around the land for edible growers this month.

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Gardening advice

Fan favourites

Fan-flowers are tougher than they look and reward gardeners with colour and wildlife-friendly blooms.

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Shrubs and trees

Fall for leaves

Autumn foliage can be just as eye-catching as flowers, filling gardens with warm colour, texture and drama.

brassicas
Gardening advice

Bountiful brassicas

These highly nutritious crops thrive in cool weather and may reward gardeners with a harvest in as little as six weeks.

broad bean plants
Gardening advice

Broad beans for broad appeal

Red-flowering broad beans will enliven your vegie patch and freshly picked beans are delicious, writes Jackie French.

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Seasonal jobs

March gardening jobs

Now the weather is cooling, it’s time to think about preparing your garden for the new season. While you're there, cast a critical eye over your plants to see which sections have suffered over summer and what can be improved for the future.

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Shade lovers

Made for shade

Shady parts of the garden can pose a challenge for gardeners. Stephen Ryan explores some shade-loving options.

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Supporting wildlife

Flight path

From fairy-wrens to frogmouths, Holly Parsons explains how to make birds welcome in your garden.

Top job: summer lawn care
Lawn care

Top job: summer lawn care

Lawns can grow out of control when the weather is hot and humid.

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Seasonal jobs

February garden jobs

Warm weather and sunshine means protecting delicate plants, harvesting summer bounty and staying sun-safe. It's time to ...

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Pet-friendly plants

Paws for thought

Pets enjoy having access to a garden as much as humans do. But if you have an inquisitive dog or cat, beware: many plants are toxic to our furry friends. HELEN YOUNG explains what every pet owner needs to know – and how to minimise the risks

Vegie growing
Propagating

Top crops? Start now

You imagine your poor brassicas frying in the sun, but with the right set-up, starting early is essential to maximise your harvests.