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How to grow blueberries in acidic soil bedsBlueberries reward careful preparation with glossy foliage, spring flowers and fruit that ripens from late spring into summer, depending on the variety and…
Choosing the right watering wand for greenhouse plantsA watering wand gives greenhouse growers better control than a standard hose nozzle. Its long reach helps direct water beneath dense foliage, while a soft rose…
How to plant a fall cover crop of rye or cloverA fall cover crop of rye or clover can protect bare garden soil, reduce weed growth and add useful organic matter before the next planting season. In…
Keeping deer out of the suburban vegetable gardenA productive vegetable patch can attract deer from surprisingly far away. Tender lettuce, beans, sweet corn, tomatoes, herbs and newly planted seedlings offer…
How to grow salsify for a unique winter cropSalsify is an old-fashioned root vegetable with a fresh place in the modern vegie patch. Sometimes called the oyster plant, it produces long, pale roots with a…
How to make leaf mould compost for richer garden soilLeaf mould is a dark, crumbly soil conditioner made from decomposed leaves. Unlike hot compost, it relies mainly on fungi and moisture, so it breaks down…
Designing a cottage garden with annuals and perennialsA cottage garden combines informality, colour and generous planting. Instead of arranging every plant in rigid rows, it layers flowers, herbs, grasses and…
Grafting old-fashioned apple varieties in Australian gardensLearning how to graft apple trees for old-fashioned varieties gives gardeners a practical way to preserve flavours that have disappeared from many supermarket…
Planting Strawberries for a Continuous Summer HarvestFresh strawberries are among the most rewarding crops for a home garden. A few healthy plants can produce sweet fruit for weeks, and careful timing can stretch…
Tools Every Home Gardener Should Own in 2026A productive home garden begins with suitable equipment, not a crowded shed. The right hand tools make planting, pruning, watering and soil care faster, while…