Loofah
Vegies

A tasty alternative: loofah

There is a whole world of delicious vegetables to cultivate, so why not venture beyond the familiar? Here are some tasty, underused vegies that are worth growing.

Carrots and parsnips
Vegies

Growing carrots and parsnips

Carrots and parsnips remain firm favourites in the garden and on the dinner table. Here are some tips for growing success.

Spring rose care
Roses

Spring rose care

Spend some extra time on your roses in late spring to set them up for the next few months.

Florence fennel
Herbs

Plant Florence fennel

Do you enjoy the crunchy texture and aniseed flavour of Florence fennel? It’s a great herb to have on hand so you can easily add it to salads and soups, or serve it with fish.

grow radish in pots
Vegies

Grow radish in pots

Here are some helpful tips for growing radish in pots.

native orchids
Orchids

Dendrobium orchids

Discover the exquisite flowers and easygoing nature of Australian dendrobium orchids.

rosella
Fruit

Plant rosella

Ask any connoisseur of classic homemade jellies and conserves and they’ll probably rate rosella jam among the very best. Here’s how to grow it.

grow eggplants
Vegies

Grow eggplants in pots

Eggplant is a summer favourite in the garden and the kitchen, and with a decent-sized pot, you can enjoy growing this attractive fruit on a patio or balcony.

Kang kong
Vegies

Grow kang kong

Growing green leafy vegetables at the height of summer is tricky, but here’s one that thrives in the heat and loves sitting in water.

grow rocket in pots
Vegies

Grow rocket in pots

Like many salad greens, rocket (Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa) is easy to grow in containers. It’s a quick grower, too, and with regular love and attention, you can start enjoying its peppery punch on your plate in just 4–6 weeks from sowing.

cabbage
Vegies

Grow cabbage

Cabbages thrive in cool conditions, producing tight heads of delicious leaves in different colours, shapes and types. Here’s how to grow a healthy crop.

kale
Vegies

What I’ve learnt about kale

Don’t knock it until you’ve given it a go, because there’s kale and then there’s kale.