Most of the vegetables we grow are annuals. They grow quickly, are ready for harvest in only a few months, and then we replace them. But there are some perennial vegetables, which will live and produce for years, and perhaps the most popular of these is asparagus. […]
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Now is the perfect time to take a look at your garden and make major improvements. Winter is great for establishing new trees and shrubs, transplanting, pruning, and mulching. The days are warm but not too hot, so plants have time to get established and develop a […]
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Lavender has been grown and used for healing and perfume since ancient times. The Egyptians, Romans, Greeks and Arabs were all aware of its powerful antiseptic properties. It was used for treating wounds, freshening rooms and laundry, treating skin ailments, relieving headaches, repelling insects, as well as […]
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Gordonia trees have been flowering for months, and are still looking utterly beautiful. While not a terribly common tree, you can’t miss it if you see it while in bloom. This hardy small tree has elongated deep green, glossy leaves and masses of large single white flowers […]
Read more →Roses need a sunny position, with at least 6 hours per day. They also need good drainage, and plenty of organic matter in the soil. To minimise the risk of fungal diseases, ensure that there is plenty of airflow around the roses – they don’t like to […]
Read more →Asparagus (Asparagus officianalis) is a hardy perennial, a member of the lily family, which will produce for over 40 years once established. The fern-like foliage grows to about 1.5m if it is not harvested as a young shoot. This is a nutrient-rich vegetable, high in folic acid […]
Read more →Indoor plants not only look good, but research over the last 20 years or so has clearly identified the significant role that indoor plants play in improving air quality, particularly in offices and workplaces. One of the foremost researchers in this field in Australia is Margaret Burchett, […]
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