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Upside-down gardening: February in Central Otago
Gardening jobs for Australia and New Zealand, how to save money by getting food from the garden and seeds to sow now.
24 February, 2023 -
Upside-down gardening: January in Central Otago
Gardening jobs for Australia and New Zealand from our blogger Pamela in Central Otago. Summer heat and watering!
19 January, 2023 -
Upside-down gardening: December in Central Otago
Gardening tips and advice for December in New Zealand. How to grow tomatoes, time for planting beetroot and beans seeds, and tips for easy plants for a hot & dry environment.
13 December, 2021 -
The Most Colorful Time of All
Halfway into the summer is the most unapologetically colorful month in my Zone 7 garden. April and May bring the much-welcomed arrival of color after a winter of muted browns and grays. But, those colors are restrained.
29 July, 2021 -
Summer: the season of tomatoes – How to succeed
Summer is the season of tomatoes! Tomatoes are easy to grow but there are a few things to keep in mind. Read our tips for a successful harvest!
15 July, 2021 -
Upside-down gardening: what to do in the garden in February
Gardening tips and advice for February in New Zealand. Get up early while it is still nice and cool and prioritise watering. Irrigations systems are a good help, and wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun.
1 February, 2021 -
Upside-down gardening: January in Central Otago
Gardening tips and advice for January in New Zealand and Australia. How do you propagate lavender from cuttings? How do you use comfrey to improve soil? and more tips for easy plants for a hot & dry environment.
12 January, 2021 -
Garden checklist August, UK
In August, there is still summer left to take advantage of. The days offer alternating sunshine and alternating rain, which makes the soil easy to work again.
1 August, 2020 -
Garden checklist June
June is a wonderful time in the garden. Now it’s time to protect against pests, sow lettuce and fertilize crops and flower beds.
20 May, 2020
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