Author In The Garden

Apart for its green good looks, there are plenty of other reasons why adding a splash of lawn in the garden makes good sense. Although this plant is little it has huge benefits. LIFESTYLE Generations of...

This week: Dr Derek and I are in a flap over bird friendly gardens. We add a stain you won’t want to remove. Meet an army that’s saving our bushland. And head to the coast from some smart...

Getting the best out of any flowering plant begins with getting the soil right. Adding a good amount of organic matter such as compost and well-aged manures is an excellent start, as is, a generous...

I don’t know about you but I always find something special when it comes to timber. From its varied tones and grains, timber has character and life and adds an earthy charm to a home whether it is a...

What happens when a group of young and enthusiastic people, who want to make a difference to our environment, get together? Well, they make a good things happen, that’s what! The Green Army is a...

Without doubt, birds are an important part of our environment and a way of assessing it health. Take some time to visit your local park or reserve, like Wittunga Botanic Garden, and you’ll soon appreciate...

Outdoor timber furniture can take a lot of punishment from the elements so it needs a little TLC to keep it in good order. Adding a stain will help preserve the timber. STEP ONE Give the wood a good...

On the scale of 1 to 10, how important is watering plants? Well I reckon it’s an eleven, if that’s possible. Making sure plants have access to water is critical to not only help them survive but, more...

Without doubt one of the most challenging places to garden would have to be by the coast. Sandy soils and salt laden winds can create havoc in a conventional garden, that’s why successful coastal...

Like us, all lawns need nutritious food, why do our lawns need regular fertilising? To stay healthy, fight off bugs, weeds and disease, look their best and a well fed lawn handles the stress of harsh...