Mr Fothergill's Gardening Advice

You just can’t beat the flavour and freshness of homegrown garlic and Australia has a great climate for growing this delicious crop too. Just one single clove of garlic planted will grow into a bea...

The idea of self-sufficiency and creating your own food security at home has become increasingly popular over the last few years. Get the most out of growing your own with these key considerations.

While summertime can bring an explosion of growth to your garden it can also become a challenging time to keep certain crops alive. It is handy to learn a few tricks of the trade to ensure you have...

Gardeners commonly overlook storing their seeds correctly; it is understandable when you want to spend your time in the garden planting! Viability of seed is very important though as it determines ...

Pollination is a hot topic currently, especially with the environmental pressures that our local pollinators face from urbanisation and unsustainable gardening practices. But what exactly does t...

On rainy days it is tempting to bundle up inside with a cup of tea and your favourite movie. In weeks where the rain persists it is helpful to know of some productive garden tasks you can still ac...

Growing your own food is a great way to reduce plastic waste in the household and lessen your impact on the planet. Harvesting straight from your patio or backyard eliminates transport emissions a...

A garden’s beauty is a testament to the effort that goes into looking after it. While the best gardener in the world can dedicate hours to ensuring every aspect of their displays is well-tended, a ...

When it comes to growing from seed your packet includes plenty of important details. By understanding your seed packet and what it is asking you to do you can achieve the best results from your fl...

Many gardeners love starting seeds in pots and trays using commercial seed raising mix as it’s convenient, affordable, and readily available. However, those bulky bags of soil from your local gard...

There are many trailing vegetable varieties that produce an abundance of crops, even in compact spaces. Left to their own devices, plants such as pumpkins, watermelon and rockmelon can quickly spr...

Everyone knows that plants need water to grow and thrive, but many new gardeners don’t consider the types of watering methods and why it can make or break your gardening success, especially when i...

Transplanting seedlings into the garden sounds straightforward when you think about it, however many new gardeners find that their newly transplanted seedlings quickly perish or die, why is that? ...

Dahlias are unarguably the queens of Summer in the garden. With a stunning assortment of flower types from decorative, dinnerplate, cactus & pompon there is a variety sure to tempt everyone. If...

Start a new Christmas tradition by growing your own Christmas Tree. Follow this guide to grow the Christmas Spirit this festive season and beyond!

At Fothergill’s, we make gifting simple and thoughtful. Our collection is packed with unique, high-quality products perfect for anyone in your life. From vibrant seed mixes and grow-your-own kits t...

Discover how Mr Fothergill’s seed mats and tapes make gardening simple and mess-free. Perfect for beginners and kids alike, they take the guesswork out of sowing and help you grow perfectly spaced ...

Like a living chandelier, hanging pots or baskets are wonderful for adding some colourful elevation to your backyard. If you’d like to plant your own hanging pot but aren’t sure where to start, le...

Stuck with what to get Dad this Father's Day? We've got gifts to knock the socks off any father figure in your life!

As an ever-popular variety of vegetable seeds to grow, tomatoes are really versatile for many different recipes. For your cooking, there are so many different varieties of tomato seeds that you ca...

Seaweed: A Natural Aussie Winner for Boosting Plant and Crop Growth Why Seaweed is a Top Choice for Aussie Gardens If you're chasing better growth in your veggie patch, bushes and fruit crops...

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...