Mr Fothergill's Gardening Advice

If you’re keen to get beautiful flowers blossoming in your garden sooner rather than later, then choosing some fast-growing flowers is well worth considering.

Everlastings also known as paper daisies have grown in popularity in recent years with both budding gardeners and green thumbs alike. With a variety of common names you may be wondering what fits ...

Hippeastrum, also known as amaryllis or ‘hippies’, produce large, trumpet-shaped flowers that will decorate your garden space beautifully. They’re relatively simple flower bulbs to grow, so they ar...

If you’re looking for a fantastic annual flower that’s bold, beautiful, easy to grow, and brings nonstop colour to your garden, zinnias are the answer. These bright bloomers are too often overlook...

Chaos Gardening   While some gardeners lean towards meticulous planning and straight rows, a refreshing and wildly creative approach is blossoming in backyards everywhere called chaos garden...

Layering Bulbs – Lasagna Gardening    Lasagna is delicious however we aren’t talking about that today. Much like the classic Italian dish, lasagna planting involves layering – only instead of ...

Dahlias are one of the most popular and spectacular Summer flowers you can grow. They are easy to grow and will reward you with an abundant show of flowers throughout the warmer months. Here are ou...

Lilies are a popular choice for gardeners because they have stunning flowers and are easy to grow. However, with so many different types of lilies to choose from, it can be tough to decide which on...

Love the look of cut flowers in your house but hate the price tag they come with? Well now is the time to start your own cut flower garden so you can fill your house with fresh blooms all year roun...

Not only do flowers provide a splash of colour to your garden, but there are also many that you can eat! Here is a list of the most popular edible flowers and how to use them in your cooking.

Bulbs on the most part are set-and-forget in the garden, but after a few years, many will benefit from being lifted and divided. Read on to learn why and how to divide bulbs to keep your flowers bl...

Wildflower meadows are starting to increase in popularity in Australia, and there is no wonder why, they are simply spectacular to look at, but they also have many benefits. Here are five reasons w...

Short on space for a garden? Fear not, it is still possible to grow a wonderful variety of flowers, herbs, and vegetables. With clever planning, you can utilise your space to become productive and ...

Flowering bulbs make a wonderful addition to any garden, but to ensure success it is best to stick to varieties that will grow in your specific climate. Find out which bulbs will grow best in your ...

Tea is a beverage enjoyed by all walks of life, whether you enjoy a cup of classic black tea or prefer a fruity tisane served on ice. Growing your own cuppa is easier than you think and will make t...

Bulbs are a beautiful addition to any home garden but aren’t just for outdoor growing. Forcing bulbs is a technique that encourages flowers to bloom outside of their normal environment, earlier tha...

Incorporating native plants into your garden is a great way to connect with nature and bring a bit of the bush into your home. Learn why Australian natives are good to have in your garden and how t...

Calla lillies are an all-round favourite for Aussie gardeners, both popular in the garden as well as for cut flowers. Here's how to grow these beauties at home.

Autumn brings the perfect conditions to get your hands dirty, preparing soil for planting spring flowering bulbs that will see your garden bursting with colour. Some of our favourites to plant at t...

While you're planning for Autumn don't forget to include some of these flowering varieties in your garden patch.

Seed embedded paper is so easy to make, so why not add a little something extra to your gifts and save paper from landfill in the process. Here's how you make them...

Heirloom seeds are great additions to any garden, connecting you to the past whilst preserving time-honored varieties that thrive in your garden today. We uncover everything you need to know about ...