Mr Fothergill's Gardening Advice

There’s nothing quite as rewarding as growing your own produce in your home garden. Seeing your plants flourish is one thing, but having the opportunity to harvest and cook your own vegetables make...

Weeds are a common complaint among fellow gardeners. Their competitive nature and ability to thrive in all climates can sometimes prove challenging, so knowing the best garden weed control methods ...

Birthdays only come around once a year, so you’re probably keen to make your little one’s big day as memorable and special as possible. Whether you’re celebrating at an indoor soft play or having a...

Herby Roasted Zucchini Dip Cook Time 30 minutes Servings 4   Ingredients 100ml extra virgin olive oil  1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 zucchini, cut into 6 even rounds ...

Cucumber seeds are a fantastic addition to Australian vegetable gardens. They’re relatively easy to grow and can produce surprisingly large yields compared to many vegetable seeds – plus, home-grow...

Buying gifts for employees, clients, and business partners can be a minefield. What can you get that is appropriate, suits everyone, and will actually be used and enjoyed? Everyone loves spending ...

Roast Lamb with Green Sauce Cook Time 1 hour Servings 4   Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil 1 x 1.2kg boneless leg of lamb, fat trimmed 4 sprigs of rosemary  2 red capsicums, quartered and seeds remo...

This Christmas, share the joy of nature with great gardening gifts that keep giving! Our carefully selected Christmas gift ideas for garden lovers offer something unique for everyone—whether you’re...

If you have indoor plants, you have likely encountered mealybugs before. These tiny insects make their home on your plants and can be commonly found in homes and greenhouses due to their adversity...

A simple yet effective way of growing a large group of crops and minimising the risk of pests and disease from spreading through your veg patch. Crop rotation comes with many benefits for your plan...

Pedro's Healthy Pumpkin Loaf Cook Time 1 hour plus overnight straining Servings 6   Ingredients Edible flowers, to garnish 1 cup cooked pumpkin mash (¼ of butternut pumpkin) ½ cup mashed banan...

Marigolds are undeniably eye-catching flowers, so beautiful and bold that anyone would be thrilled to have them in their flower garden! With their stunning orange and yellow blooms and strong scent...

  Everybody wants a garden filled with colour, and ranunculus bulbs bloom into a wide spectrum of colours, heights, and forms, meaning you can fill your garden with these popular spring flowering b...

There is no clearer indication that summer has arrived than a flower garden blooming with sunflowers. At Mr Fothergill’s Seeds, you can find a wide variety of sunflower seeds that will brighten up...

  Native possums can wreak havoc on your garden. Whether you love or loathe them, possums are harmless in their natural habitat, but as more and more of that disappears, they are forced to replace ...

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...

Hedges are a great way to block out neighbours, protect your garden from weather, and add shape to your outdoor space. Establishing and maintaining a hedge doesn’t have to be an arduous task, and i...

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...

    Growing fruit seeds and vegetable seeds for your family is a great reason to get out into the garden and dirty your hands. Why stop there when there are various ways to include homegrown food...

Every gardener needs tools to get the job done, but what are the best gardening tools for you? With such a wide range of options, it’s tricky to know what tools to invest in, so we’ve put together ...

Autumn is a great time of the year to plant those vegetables and herbs that love cooler conditions. These will be ready to harvest throughout Winter and Spring, providing fresh produce and ingredie...

These small but mighty greens are brimming with vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, read on to find out just how good they are for you and how to incorporate them into your diet!

Access to a culinary herb garden at home is a small luxury that’s easier to achieve than you might think. With these simple tips, you will have a thriving herb garden to infuse your culinary creati...

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...