Zanzibar gem
Indoor plants

Top indoor plants

In their new book, Outside In, indoor plant aficionados Lauren Camilleri and Sophia Kaplan celebrate the health-giving benefits of foliage-infused spaces. Here, they profile some of the top plants you need in your home.

mophead hydrangeas
Shrubs and trees

Hello hydrangeas

Mophead hydrangeas (H.macrophylla) are a fave among gardeners and they are at their flowering peak in December. Judy Horton has the answer to a common hydrangea question…

Gifts for plant lovers
Potted plants

Gifts for plant lovers

Spoil the green thumbs in your life with a gift that keeps on giving.

Christmas bush
Shrubs and trees

Christmas plants

Here are some popular flowering plants that are synonymous with Christmas time.

Grow chillies
Potted plants

Grow chillies in pots

Learn how to grow chillies in pots, perfect for a balcony or patio garden!

kohlrabi
Vegies

Plant kohlrabi

This alien-like vegie is down to earth and delicious. July is a good time for planting kohlrabi.

grow sweet potato
Vegies

Grow sweet potato

A staple of vegie gardens worldwide, sweet potatoes are easy to grow, even in a pot.

okra
Vegies

Plant okra

Okra is a versatile vegetable that can be sautéed, stewed, deep-fried, grilled, roasted or pickled. Here’s how to grow it…

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.