The Harvest “High”

Ever wondered why you spend so much time in the garden? Or why you seem to be drawn to the vegetable patch to get away from life on the inside (inside the house or office, I mean). Well you are not alone, my friend; it appears that there’s a few of us leaping into the...

When to Harvest Corn

Corn, or sweet corn as it is often referred to, is a popular vegetable among adults and kids alike. When you grow your own corn at home, you start to understand how really good (and sweet) it can be. It’s been said that you should put the pot of water on the stove and...

Top 10 Gardening Trends for 2014

It appears that us veggie gardeners are ahead of our time, or at least setting the pace for the rest of the gardening world, according to the Garden Media Group annual report on what’s hot for 2014. The report suggests that it’s all about “sustainability” and finding...

Gardening Books for Beginners

If you’re a first time gardener and looking to get a bit more general knowledge without being overwhelmed by technical detail, then Jennifer Stackhouse’s new gardening book, GARDEN is a great choice. The book opens with a lesson on watering your garden, a task that...

What’s wrong with my citrus tree?

Lemon trees and other citrus trees commonly become unproductive and have a host of problems, including ants and a covering of dirty mold on trees. It’s actually more common that you might realise but luckily, it’s very easily fixed. The problem revolves around 3...