If you hear a loud, nasal “peh-peh” coming from a nearby tree, there’s a good chance a Pied barbet (Tricholaema leucomelas) is close by. Also known as the Acaci...
Ever been pottering around in the garden and noticed a small bird hopping confidently a few metres away, tail flicking as if it owns the place, chances are you'...
Every year, without fail, frangipanis remind us that summer isn't far away. Their bare, knobbly branches suddenly burst into glossy green leaves and clusters of...
If you’ve spent even a few minutes scrolling through cleaning hacks on social media, you’ve probably come across the claim that cucumbers can make stainless ste...
If you've ever spotted a praying mantis sitting perfectly still on a leaf with its front legs folded as though it's deep in thought, you'll know it's one of the...
When much of the garden is taking a well-earned winter break, camellias quietly step into the spotlight. Their glossy evergreen leaves stay handsome all year, b...
Winter is often seen as a quiet season in the garden, but for seed savers, it is one of the most important times of the year. While the beds may be resting, the...
Unlike annual flowers or seasonal vegetables, a tree is a long-term promise. It asks for a little patience now, but rewards you for decades with birdsong, coole...
