Gardening

23-Apr-2019

Finally, autumn has arrived! Autumn is short – typically starting early April and extending into May. This time of year is a LOT more comfortable to enjoy...

09-Jan-2018

If you watch a garden intently for long enough, you will notice a buzz of insect activity - in the air, on plants, in flowers, and within the soil. It’s easy to...

22-Mar-2018

It is generally understood that the addition of organic matter (mulch or compost) to the garden is for the improvement of soil health, which in turn ...

26-Feb-2019

  One of the easiest ways to save money, reduce waste, grow a healthier garden and tread lighter on our beautiful planet is to make your own compost. It’s a product of great value.  ...

15-Jan-2019

Paper pots are a fun, eco-friendly alternative to plastic pots for anyone who grows vegetables, herbs or flowers from seeds.  Paper pots degrade naturally once plants seedlings mature and are an ideal...

21-Feb-2020

February is typically the time of year when we get the most rainfall in our climate. Heatwaves, hail and even cyclones. Based on past patterns, we often get heavy downpours and thunderstorms, creating hot humid...

08-Nov-2017

  Microgreens are the “saucer on a windowsill” herbs and leafy greens that have risen to fame as petite garnishes on the plates of celebrity chefs like Curtis Stone. While they’re now stocked at some farmer’s markets...

20-Dec-2017

Growing your own sprouts at home is fun and easy. It’s a perfect activity to get the kids interested in producing their own food as they can watch progress each day. Minimal equipment...

07-Aug-2019

“We are definitely coming back again next year” was the phrase heard repeatedly at Sunshine Coast Council’s National Tree Day celebrations. More than 350 pairs of willing hands planted 3000 native trees, shrubs and groundcovers at...

16-Oct-2019

In October, we move into our fifth season here in SE QLD. ‘Sprummer’ is a highly changeable period during October/November, where we transition from spring into summer! A time when climate conditions can be very...

05-Sep-2019

This year, we had a wetter than normal June (which was very welcome!) but warmer than average temperatures during July – and a very short winter. In my garden, spring started...

16-Dec-2019

This year has been hotter and drier than we’ve experienced in a while. Whilst it’s typical for spring and early summer to be dry, we usually have had more frequent storms...

08-Nov-2017

  Living Smart speaks with The Micro Gardener, Anne Gibson on gardening for the seasons in our region.   How would you describe our south-east Queensland climate? We have a...

26-Feb-2020

Costa is asking kids across Australia to grab a camera and snap photos of the flora and fauna in their backyard.   What’s in Your Backyard? from Landcare Australia...