Seasonal Gardening

Hydroponic methods of growing food may have been restricted to commercial farms in the past but thankfully at-home units are now readily available and suited to gardeners of all capabilities. Here's just a few reasons why we love hydroponics.

Our country is experiencing major fluctuations in climate. From raging bushfires and drought to record downpours and flooding. The only constant with this climate is that it will continue to change. Here's a few things to keep in mind when gardening in these challenging times.

Plant your bulbs at the perfect depth and in the right month using our easy to read bulb planting chart. Includes downloadable chart.

February is one of the hottest months of the year so now is a good time to start some of your Autumn sowings both indoors and undercover. Sowing times depends on what district you live in but you can start seeds indoors roughly 6 weeks prior to planting out in their final cropping position.

Many parts of Australia have experienced masses of rainfall in the past few years, which has led to severe flooding events. Though water is essential for all life on Earth too much of it can be destructive. We have put together some tips that we hope will help you in the garden during these weather extremes.

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Looking for a visual seasonal planting guide showing when to plant flowers, vegetables and herbs by month and by region? Then check out our easy to read planting chart. Includes downloadable chart.

Some areas of the country may still be a little cool so it is best to start your Summer veggie seeds in warm areas like on your windowsills. Monthly garden advice for September, October and November

Summer has finally arrived and it’s time to start reaping the benefits of earlier plantings. The monthly garden advice for December, January and February

In warmer regions you can still plant your Spring flowering bulbs however, as the Spring flowering bulb season winds down, it may become more difficult to find these bulbs in stores. Monthly garden advice for June, July and August.