Plan before you plant, for a landscape that will endure for years to come without costly and time-consuming alterations or additions.
Trees can add beauty and value to a home landscape - if you plant the right species and find the right spot for it.
The love of nature is something instinctive to us all and there is nothing more uplifting than to be out walking among the biodiversity in a national park enjoying the wildflowers, birds and [...]
If your grass is suffering from winter wear and tear, there’s plenty you can do to get it in shape.
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Food waste is a global challenge that has economic, social and environmental impacts.
Grow a tree in the garden or in a pot for your own supply of this tasty and versatile fruit
What to sow, grow and harvest now to preserve and enjoy for months to come
Put fresh produce on your table just as nature intended by growing your own vegetables organically.
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Worm farms are a fantastic way to recycle kitchen scraps while making nutritious food for your garden. Here's what Handyman readers think about them!
Boost your health by sowing spinach and silverbeet for a homegrown harvest in just 10 weeks
Check what can stay and what must go before you pull up plants
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Create a nutrient-rich environment for your veggies with no-dig garden beds
Create a simple decorative outdoor feature with an old tin, a leafy herb and a distressed picture frame.
Hanging baskets green up a pergola or patio fast, but for a lush effect in front of a wall or fence, planters work better.
Create leaf-shaped garden pavers in just a day and use them to lay a stepping stone path in the lawn.
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To cultivate market-fresh produce in a compact space, train your fruit trees to spread over a wire trellis
Protect your garden now before the chill sets in so it’s looking glorious right through to spring
The best time for harvesting herbs is in the morning, when aromatic oil concentrations are at their highest.
A portable shelf designed to fit over the lip of your wheelie bin is the next big thing in gardening due to it’s practicality, versatility and ease of use.
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Gathering up those grass clippings has always been an integral part of the lawn care routine. But after looking at the science, it may not have to be a part of it after all.
There aren’t many opportunities in life to enjoy playing with food and kitchen waste as much as there is when making compost.
Some gardeners use cold weather as the perfect excuse to take a well-earned break from their garden. But not horticulturist, garden writer and TV presenter Melissa King. She says there’s little [...]
Give your grass TLC during the cooler months so it will look lush and green come spring
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Easy DIY advice on the best way to make flowers cut for display in the home last longer in vases
Do a bit of hard work in the garden this month to tackle any problems and prepare for the growing season
Sow seeds now in pots, beds or baskets for a winter harvest of juicy bite-sized fruits
Add a touch of the tropics to your yard with an easy propagation technique.
Save valuable garden space by using quick-growing clumping bamboo to screen a view or provide shade.
Easy DIY advice and tips on how to grow, prune and feed magnolias for scented winter blooms.