Seasons

In the grove - growing citrus in any climate

From warm coastal gardens to cool inland backyards, citrus trees adapt remarkably well to a wide range of climates.

Spring fling - time to plant tulips

Tulips love cool weather, but with new varieties, they will grow in milder regions too, making it easier than ever to have tulips just about anywhere!

Flowers for cool season pots

As the days get shorter it makes sense to bring nature closer.

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Friends in focus

A fascination with birds, and photographing them, is an extra layer of delight in Jenny Oakley’s Taranaki garden.

Heaven scent

Nothing lifts the spirits in winter like the intoxicating fragrance of daphne

Space saving apples

Apples that grow vertically on compact columns open a realm of exciting possibilities for creative gardeners.

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Swing into Spring

Unleash your creativity - it’s time to get potty about pots and hanging baskets!

Building better soil

Creating a composting system that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle is one of the most effective ways to reduce food waste and build better soil. Here's four ways to compost.

Fresh start

For good health and great taste, the very best greens are the ones we pick fresh from the garden. Salad leaves are the easiest of vegetables to grow.

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Designing with flowers

In spring the garden seems effortlessly, irrepressibly beautiful. Every day there is something new as seedlings sprout, new foliage unfurls and flowers pop out all over the place. Some flowers peak early, others continue for weeks, even months.

A cucumber a day

Munching on a cucumber which is 95% water, is a tasty way to stay well-hydrated in summer, aiding weight loss with a good measure of fibre, vitamins and minerals without the calories.

A Monarch's makeover

How often do grownups say to you “My goodness you’ve grown!!” But what if you completely transformed?

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