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When and How to Prune Tomato Plants for Maximum YieldPruning tomato plants is a simple way to improve airflow, direct energy towards fruit and make harvesting easier. The best approach depends on the variety,…
Winter watering habits for healthy greenhouse plantsCold weather changes how quickly plants use water, even inside a protected growing space. Shorter days, lower temperatures and reduced ventilation can leave…
DIY Seed Starting Stations for Small GreenhousesA compact greenhouse can produce a surprising number of healthy seedlings when every tray has a defined place. A simple seed starting station brings together…
Choosing the right potting mix for container gardensHealthy container plants depend on more than a suitable pot and regular watering. The growing medium must hold enough moisture for the roots, drain excess…
How to Clean and Store Clay Pots Over WinterTerracotta pots bring warmth, texture and reliable drainage to a garden, but their porous surface also holds soil salts, algae and moisture. A little care at…
Planning a cool-season garden of broccoli, cauliflower and cabbageA productive autumn vegetable patch begins with timing. Broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage prefer cool conditions, steady moisture and moderate sunlight, so…
How to Use Neem Oil for Organic Pest ControlNeem oil is a plant-based treatment made from the seeds of the neem tree, Azadirachta indica. In home gardens and greenhouses, it is used to manage soft-bodied…
Heat-tolerant lettuce varieties for an Australian summerGrowing crisp lettuce through an Australian summer requires a different approach from producing cool-season heads in spring. High temperatures, intense…
Growing Edible Pod Peas for Snap and Snow Peas at HomeEdible pod peas are one of the easiest crops for Australian backyards, rewarding gardeners with crisp, sweet pods straight off the vine. From the foggy hills…
Spring Planting Guide for Bare-Root Trees and ShrubsAcross Australia, September through November brings warming soil and reliable rainfall in many regions. Gardeners from Hobart to Cairns begin watching…