Summer vegetables are growing quickly with the few warm days so far. Tomatoes are reaching for the sky, zucchinis are growing strong and pumpkins are starting on their journey. The summer vegetables need warm weather to thrive, they also need plenty of water. Without water there is no food and no life. In my garden I have been trying to be as sustainable as possible by undertaking waterwise measures and conserving water. Wicking beds have been installed which allows me to gro

Spring is in the air, and so are the spring bugs (insects). For most people this can be an annoyance as insects are attracted to indoor lights and can make a mess. It is also a time for wildflowers, which rely on the insects for pollination. There are many baby birds around that are also dependent on the insects to survive and flourish. I was pleased to find in my local Community Garden in Manjimup they have planted a wildflower garden, and there are many other flowers throug

In the South West of Western Australia, spring time is wildflower time. The bush lights up with many showy flowers, colours of yellows,...

One of the reasons I love winter rain is because as the rain soaks the ground and fallen logs, mushrooms start to grow. Whether edible or...

Using worm farms to reduce your food and garden waste (FOGO) can be easy and you don't need an expensive set up to start. Using worm...

When learning to identify birds, choosing a good book will give you a good start. The Australian Bird Guide (bluebook) is a good desktop...

Providing a pond in your garden for wildlife creates a microclimate for animals to take refuge from the drying sun, and provides drinking...