Compost tea is a liquid extract made by soaking finished compost in water, allowing some of its soluble nutrients and beneficial microorganisms to move into…
A small garden pond can bring movement, birdsong and reflected light to even a compact backyard. Because a preformed pond liner already has its shape, shelves…
Growing tomatoes in hanging baskets upside down is a practical way to produce fresh fruit when ground space is limited. The plant trails over the rim, allowing…
A well-lit garden path makes an entrance safer, highlights planting, and gives an outdoor area a welcoming glow after sunset. Solar-powered lights are…
A well-pruned apple tree produces more useful fruit, develops stronger branches and stays easier to manage through the seasons. The aim is not to remove as…
A homemade pallet sofa can turn an unused corner of a deck, patio or garden into a comfortable outdoor room without the price of a full lounge setting. With a…
Green algae on a timber fence is common in Australian gardens, especially where boards stay damp and receive little direct sunlight. The growth may appear as a…
How to winterize outdoor faucets and irrigation lines depends on where you live, how your system is installed, and how cold your winter becomes. In Australia,…
Heavy clay can be difficult to cultivate, especially when it dries into hard clods or turns sticky after rain. Yet clay often contains valuable minerals and…