ABC Gardening Australia magazine

Flowering plants are the joy-givers of the garden. While many bloom for a few happy weeks or months, there are some long-flowering species that keep on keeping on for most of the year. These power players typically bloom for at least six months, rewarding gardeners with an extended display of colour while providing a reliable source of nectar and pollen for wildlife. While so...

A walk through Kay Foley’s Darwin garden feels more like snorkelling through a coral reef. Layers of colourful leaves in all shapes and sizes, hanging, jutting and swaying in the breeze, create this magical feel that’s vivid and alive.
But Kay’s garden holds some secrets that are key to its success. Since retiring, Kay and husband Mike have devoted much of their time to...

The name might suggest it’s a nut, but the water chestnut is actually the corm (a swollen underground stem) of a plant that grows on the water’s edge. Native to swampy tropical parts of Asia, it’s prized for its crisp texture and sweet, chestnut-like flavour, making it a popular addition to dim sims, soups, stir-fries and even drinks. While canned water chestnuts are readily ...

Raspberries trace their origins to the cool woodland edges of Europe and temperate Asia. Traditional varieties thrive in cooler regions of Australia, but there are a handful of low-chill types that will grow well in warmer areas. Plus, there are native raspberry species that crop heavily in humid climates. Raspberries are surprisingly tough plants that will fruit with minimal...

Plants feeling the pinch or lawn not looking its best? We have the answers! Here are some suggestions to help keep your garden in top shape ahead of the new season:

Q Why is my lawn slow to green up as the weather warms? 
A It takes some time for the soil to be warm enough to activate grass roots, which rely on warmth for metabol...