There is a good reason the Southern red bishop is one of the most eye-catching birds around wetlands and grassy areas. When breeding season arrives, the males s...
Gardening can leave your hands, arms and legs with everything from small scratches to dry skin and calluses. Here’s how to protect your skin before, during and ...
There is a point where secateurs stop being comfortable but a pruning saw still feels like overkill. Loppers are designed for that middle ground, using long han...
There’s nothing quite as frustrating as watching a fruit tree you have patiently tended produce a bumper crop, only for the birds to get there before you do. Fr...
Healthy plants start below the surface. If your garden soil is lacking nutrients, compacted or unable to hold enough moisture, even plants that are suited to yo...
Gardening can be a fun way for children to spend time outdoors while learning about plants, nature and where food comes from.
Giving children their own age...
Chrysanthemums, commonly known as mums, are popular for their colourful blooms and ability to brighten up gardens, containers and patios. Available in shades ra...
Black-eyed Susans are cheerful, daisy-like flowers that add vibrant colour to any garden. With their bright yellow petals and distinctive dark centres, these ha...
Gardening does not always have to be about fast results. Slow gardening encourages people to take their time, work with nature and enjoy the process of growing ...
Few bulbs bring as much drama to the garden as amaryllis. With their tall, elegant stems and trumpet-shaped flowers, these striking plants can turn a sunny bord...
