Seasonal Gardening
Growing Autumn And Winter Vegetables
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 ingredients for your home.
Spring Flowering Bulbs
Spring flowering bulbs are loved by gardeners for their colour and the spectacular displays provided by varieties such as Daffodils, Freesias, Hyacinths and Tulips. They are easy to grow, require little water and provide a burst of colour in your garden or pot at the start of Spring.
Companion Planting for Autumn Garden Favourites
Autumn is a great time of year to plant those varieties that love cooler conditions. Try planting these companion plants with your Autumn crops for pest resistance and better-performing crops.
10 Essential Spring Gardening Tasks
For most gardeners, Spring is their favourite time to be out in the garden. Before Spring really hits, there are many jobs to be done to prepare your garden for the busy growing period ahead. Here is our garden checklist of Ten Essential Gardening Tasks to do this Spring.
Your Growing Gift Guide
Whether you're buying for the person who has everything, or a minimalist who doesn't want anything, find the perfect gift for your loved ones here at Mr Fothergill's. We've created the ultimate Christmas Growing Gift Guide with gifts starting at just $5. Check it out.
What Flowering Bulbs Will Thrive In My Area?
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 climate.
The Benefits of Hydroponic Gardens
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.
Gardening in Climate Change
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.
Bulb Planting Guide
Plant your bulbs at the perfect depth and in the right month using our easy to read bulb planting chart. Includes downloadable chart.
Rainproof Gardening & Recovering After Floods
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.