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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Multi-talented groundcovers can perform a variety of roles in the garden – a living layer that adds texture and harmony. The key is to choose the best one for each job.

Get inspired by the design ideas in this great example of a modern Australian native garden. 

Explore a modern Aussie garden. Discover a new generation of gardens that’s inspired by nature – looser, unstructured and with a focus on natives. Choosing a groundcover? Some say these multi-taskers are the most important plants in the garden. Plus, maximise your cool-season crops by getting them started now.  

There’s a barrow-load of research showing that gardening can improve your wellbeing. It’s a way to connect with nature and relieve stress, while keeping active and fit. In this FREE e-book we focus on wellness in the garden, providing tips on both cultivating healthy plants – and optimising your own health!