Phil Dudman removing stink bugs from garden
Pests and diseases

How do I get rid of stink bugs?

Are stink bugs destroying your citrus? Here’s a manageable method to remove stink bugs.

Tammy living wreath
Garden design

Make a living wreath

One of the joys of this season is filling the house with festive decorations. For a refreshing take on the traditional wreath, try these clever alternatives – using plants, of course!

Bird-friendly gardens
Supporting wildlife

Bring in the birds

Welcome feathered friends into your garden by adding water and food-rich plants to their habitat.

Compost banana peels
Edible gardening

Peeling back the truth on bananas

Have you heard the tip about placing banana peels around your flowering and fruiting plants? Here's the lowdown on this common gardening advice...

Pruning tools
Pruning

The best tools for pruning

If you have the right tool, pruning plants becomes a pleasure rather than a chore. Here are some tools to add to your toolkit…

Seaweed extract explained
Edible gardening

Seaweed extract explained

Seaweed extract is sometimes seen as an all-purpose fertiliser, but does it contain enough nutrients to be used for this purpose?

Compost
Composting and mulching

How to compost your food scraps

Compost not only helps improve your soil, it plays a critical role in reducing food waste and growing a better world.

Fungus gnats
Pests and diseases

How to get rid of fungus gnats

Fungus gnats are a common pest of indoor plants, especially where humidity and moisture are high.

Pruning citrus August issue Gardening Australia magazine
Pruning

What’s the best way to prune citrus?

In Australia, the best time to prune citrus trees is late winter to spring. Here’s a tried-and-trusted method for cutting them back.

Lawn
Lawn care

Native lawns

Can a native lawn perform as well as a regular lawn? Let's explore...

Mulch
Composting and mulching

Marvellous mulch

From the aesthetic to the practical to the downright beneficial, mulch is an all-rounder that has you – and your garden.

Prune roses
Roses

How to prune roses in winter

Pruning is hugely beneficial for the plant that’s getting the chop – and it’s rewarding for the gardener, too! So don’t be afraid to wield those secateurs and tame your plants.