Don’t Toss Those Green Tomatoes At The End Of The Season
This year, my tomato growing season extended right into the month of June (which is the first month of winter here in Australia). We had quite a warm autumn, so …
Category: Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs & Flowers
How To Grow Cabbage In Pots Or Containers: Easy Guide
Most gardeners would know by now that almost anything can be grown in a pot and cabbages are no exception. But before we go into the ins and outs of …
How To Grow Tasty Burpless Cucumbers In The Garden
Burpless cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are perfect for salads and sandwiches, and you can even pickle them. They have quite a thin skin and smooth fruits which means you don’t have …
How To Grow Basil From Cuttings For An Endless Supply
There’s nothing quite like having a steady fresh supply of sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) growing in your garden throughout the summer months. I’ve mostly grown basil near my tomatoes either …
How To Make An Easy Vertical Herb Garden From A Pallet
It’s easy to make your own vertical herb garden from a second-hand pallet. All you have to do is find a suitable pallet and use some landscaping fabric to create …
Can You Plant Cherry Tomatoes In A Pot? Growing Tips
I love growing cherry tomato plants in my garden over the summer. Over the years, I’ve grown different varieties of cherry tomatoes in my veggie beds. I’ve even had odd …
How To Make Lemon Powder Using Dehydrated Lemon Peels
If you have an oversupply of fresh lemons like I now do after I discovered the secret fertiliser ingredient to promote fruiting, and you have a food dehydrator, why not …
Do Begonias Like Coffee Grounds? Best Way To Use Them
I’ve talked a lot about using coffee grounds in the garden and have also written a few articles on different plants that may or may not like coffee grounds such …
How To Grow Pumpkins In Pots: Guide For Small Spaces
I must admit that I was a bit sceptical when I was asked how to grow pumpkins in pots or containers. I mean, have you seen how massive just one …