Thai Holy Basil Growing Guide Thai Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) is a highly aromatic, warm-season herb known for its peppery, clove-like flavour, textured leaves and importance in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking. It belongs to the group of plants commonly known as Holy Basil, Tulsi or Sacred Basil. Thai Holy Basil is often confused with […]
Cover Crops & Green Manure Guide Some of the most valuable plants in a garden are never harvested at all. These plants are called cover crops, also known as green manure crops. Instead of being grown primarily for food, they are planted to protect and improve the soil between main crops. Cover crops can add […]
Moringa Growing Guide Moringa is a fast-growing, nutrient-dense tree valued for its edible leaves, young pods, flowers and seeds. Also known as the Drumstick Tree, Miracle Tree and Horseradish Tree, moringa is grown in warm climates as a vegetable, herb, small tree and productive backyard food plant. This guide explains what moringa is, how to […]
Pollinator-Friendly Gardening Creating a pollinator-friendly garden in Australia is easier than you might think. By planting a mixture of flowers that attract bees, butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial insects, gardeners can provide valuable nectar and pollen while adding colour, texture and diversity to productive and ornamental gardens. This guide looks at five useful flowering plants […]
Brisbane Clay Soil Guide Brisbane’s subtropical climate often meets gardeners with heavy clay soil, poor drainage and compacted ground. But with the right amendments, plant systems and techniques, you can transform even the toughest block into a more fertile, productive garden. This guide covers both soil amendments and plant-based strategies to improve soil quality in […]
Australian Late Spring & Summer Native Grass Guide Native grasses can provide hardy, practical planting options for Australian lawns, garden borders and revegetation projects. Griffin Weeping Grass offers a native lawn alternative, Kangaroo Grass provides seasonal colour and naturalistic ground cover, and Spiny-headed Mat-rush creates strong, persistent foliage for landscaping. Many Australian native grasses tolerate […]
Vermiculite Growing Guide Vermiculite is a natural mineral that has been used for decades as a soil improver, seed-starting medium and growing amendment. Its combination of moisture retention, aeration and nutrient-holding capacity makes it useful for gardeners, urban growers and horticultural applications. Whether growing vegetables, herbs, flowers or ornamental plants, vermiculite can be incorporated into […]
Radish Growing Guide Radishes (Raphanus sativus) are fast-maturing, colourful root vegetables prized for their crisp texture and peppery flavour. They are ideal for beginners, small gardens, containers and intensive vegetable beds because many varieties can be harvested only a few weeks after sowing. Radish seed is also unusually versatile. Depending on the variety and how […]
Seedling & Microgreen Troubleshooting Damping-off is one of the most common problems affecting newly germinated seeds, young seedlings and microgreens. Plants may germinate normally and then suddenly wilt, collapse at the base or develop soft, discoloured stems. In other cases, seeds rot before they ever emerge.Damping-off is not one single disease. It describes a group […]
Mung bean sprouts are a popular sprout choice worldwide, known for their crisp texture, refreshing taste, and impressive nutritional profile. With the hydroponic tray method, you can grow clean, soil-free sprouts at home in under a week. In this guide, you’ll discover not only how to grow them step by step, but also tips to […]
Wicking Bed Guide Wicking beds are self-watering garden beds that store water below the growing soil and allow moisture to move upward towards plant roots. Instead of relying entirely on frequent surface watering, a correctly designed wicking bed provides plants with access to a reservoir beneath the root zone. This can make wicking beds particularly […]
Chilli Growing Guide Chilli seeds open up a huge range of flavours, colours and heat levels for home gardeners, urban growers and cooks. From sweet peppers and mild chillies through to habaneros, Ghost Pepper and Carolina Reaper, different varieties vary enormously in flavour, fruit shape, plant size and Scoville heat. This guide covers the main […]
Grow fresh Kale Black microgreens at home in approximately 8–14 days. Kale Black microgreen seeds produce tender green seedlings with a mild, fresh brassica flavour. They are easy to grow in shallow trays using soil, coir, hemp growing mats or other suitable microgreen growing media.Kale Black, also known as Black Toscana or Tuscan kale, is […]
Salad Mix microgreens are an easy way to grow a colourful mixture of young brassica greens in a single tray. The blend produces varied shades of green, red, purple, pink and white, along with a fresh flavour that can range from mild and leafy to gently peppery. Because the mix contains several types of brassica […]
Rocket microgreens, also known as arugula microgreens, are fast-growing greens with a fresh, peppery flavour. Their soft green leaves and distinctive spicy taste make them a popular addition to salads, sandwiches, wraps, pizzas and restaurant garnishes. If you are learning how to grow Rocket microgreens, they are a relatively straightforward crop to start with. The […]
