Succession Planting: How to Harvest More from the Same Space

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Succession Planting: How to Harvest More from the Same Space

My biggest problem in growing an edible food garden has long been not planting enough. While I always started my garden by planting a wide variety of vegetables, legumes, and flowers, by midsummer, some of my raised beds would always begin to look disappointingly sparse. When my early crops -- spinach, radishes, peas, bok choy and lettuce – finished producing and I pulled them, bare patches of soil were inevitably left behind. While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying a successful harvest, those empty spaces always struck me as a missed opportunity.

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The Role of Hardscapes in an Eco-Friendly Landscape

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The Role of Hardscapes in an Eco-Friendly Landscape

Edible gardens are more than just functional spaces for growing food. They are thriving ecosystems that require careful planning and respect. When designing an outdoor living area, it is easy to assume that built structures and natural gardens are at odds. However, when thoughtfully integrated, a well-planned timber deck can actually enhance your gardening experience. Instead of taking away from your green space, an eco-conscious deck provides a dedicated platform to interact with your garden. This protects vulnerable root systems while giving you a comfortable place to enjoy the fruits of your labour.

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Designing a Sustainable Backyard Workspace for Your Organic Garden

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Designing a Sustainable Backyard Workspace for Your Organic Garden

Creating a thriving organic garden takes significantly more than just good soil, regular watering, and abundant sunlight. It requires careful planning, dedicated physical effort, and a functional space to properly manage your tools, seeds, and soil amendments. For many dedicated Australian gardeners, the backyard workspace serves as the literal and figurative beating heart of their horticultural efforts. It is the designated place where delicate seeds are sown, seasonal harvests are processed, and future planting cycles are strategically mapped out.

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Permaculture Food Garden Design for Small Spaces

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Permaculture Food Garden Design for Small Spaces

Food gardening is on the rise, and it seems like every time you turn on the TV or scroll through social media, someone’s offering a new garden hack or tip. The landscape of gardening advice out there is vast, and while some of it is genuinely helpful, some of it can be downright destructive, like the post I saw on Instagram today advising people to mix baking soda, salt, and vinegar and spray it on your plants to kill aphids. (Follow that tip and you’re more likely to kill your plants instead.)

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How to Add Extra Value to Your Garden Lounge

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How to Add Extra Value to Your Garden Lounge

A garden lounge is more than just a place to relax—it’s an extension of your home that can add significant value to your property. Whether you’re looking to create a cozy retreat, a functional workspace, or an entertainment hub, there are countless ways to enhance your garden lounge. In this article, we’ll explore how you can add extra value to your garden lounge using garden rooms, garden pods, and garden annexes. These versatile structures not only elevate your outdoor space but also boost your property’s appeal and functionality.

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Outdoor Therapy: Transforming Your Garden into a Sanctuary

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Outdoor Therapy: Transforming Your Garden into a Sanctuary

In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and tranquility can be a challenge. One way to cultivate a sense of calm and rejuvenation is through spending time in nature. Transforming your garden into a sanctuary can provide you with a therapeutic outdoor space where you can relax, unwind, and connect with the natural world.

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