Author In The Garden

Dr Derek finds himself up caught up with a very happy cat. We brush up on our painting skills. Get all the tips on staying sun smart. And go bush with a group of happy mappers. That and plenty more...

The age old questions when it comes to owning cats is… How do you keep them in your yard and stop them from roaming the streets where there are so many potential dangers? You love your cat, so it’s...

Australia’s harsh sun takes its toll on both plants and people. Being able to enjoy our great outdoors and still be sun smart is something well all need to be aware of. Being sun smart doesn’t mean...

How do you know which plants are good for our bushland and which plants are not? It’s a very good question and one that is currently being answered in the City of Playford. Covering nearly 350 square...

Lawns. They are so important to gardens. They keep cool our homes, catch the rain and add so much to the look of a garden. Lawns are also important to us as a place to relax, run and play. They do take a...

Given our wonderfully wet winter it’s highly unlikely many gardens have needed too much watering. However, a few warm days and we’re all out giving our plants a drink. There is no doubt, long deep soaks...

As the days become sunnier, there’s one job that many of us are having to tackle and that’s outdoor painting. Whether its brickwork, render or weatherboard….doors, trims or window frames, knowing...

When it comes to getting the right painting job done, there are always a few tips that help out. STEP ONE When it comes to repainting outdoor timber surfaces, start by washing the area to remove any dust...

Spring is all about flowers isn’t it. Head into your local garden centre and you’ll soon be leaving with an armful of some blooming beauties – and top of everyone’s list would have to be...

We get our tomatoes in and ready to boom. Go searching for answers to our garden questions. Find out which plants stay in our gardens, and Dr Derek McNair has gone to the dogs, and is loving it! That...