How to harden off seedlings
Hardening off is the process of preparing seedlings for the change from a protected environment to the outdoors, and it’s the key to avoiding transplant shock when planting out seedlings. Seedlings…
It’s all in the soil
Soil is the main growing ingredient for healthy plants. Linda from The Greenlife Soil Co will give you the low down on the optimal soil for seed raising and growing…
Nigella The Ethereal Beauty Every Aussie Garden Needs
Imagine a plant that looks like it’s been plucked straight from a fairy tale—wispy, delicate, and crowned with starry blooms that dance above feathery foliage. Meet Nigella (often called Love-in-a-Mist),…
How to Grow Coriander
Coriander is an essential ingredient in many kitchens around the globe. With its vibrant green leaves and aromatic seeds, coriander brings a distinctive flavour that can elevate a dish. However,…
How much water Do Your Plants Need?
Rule of thumb There is a general rule of thumb that advises that you should strive to put about 2 cm of water each week on your vegetable garden. On average, it…
How Much Sun Do Your Plants Need?
Different plants have a variety of sunlight requirements from full sun to shade, but what does that actually mean? When I first started garden, I killed so many plants as…
Indeterminate V’s Determinate Tomatoes
There are two growing types of tomato plant to grow, indeterminate and determinate tomatoes. Which type you choose will affect how you grow them. Having this knowledge can mean the…
How to improve your germination rates
When your germination rate is poor, it’s a good idea to take a step back and figure out what went wrong. Let’s deep dive into the most common reasons why…
Climate Zones
As you travel across Australia, you notice a huge variety in the terrain. The deserts around Alice Springs are different from the tropical wetlands of Kakadu or the temperate rainforests…
Cabbage Butterfly Tips
The Cabbage Butterfly is white with distinct black spots on the wings and measures around 40mm across. There is also a Cabbage moth that is greyish and small and around…
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