Here are my three favourite ways to begin a vegie patch. All are variations of no-dig, and all grow brilliant vegies with no bought fertiliser. The only buy ins are greencrop seeds and perhaps compost, if need be. The first method, and my all time favourite is – “No dig à la Kath” – its free, […]
When + How to Feed Citrus
By | LastUpdated July 10, 2024
Citrus need 2 feeds: one mid spring – when soils have warmed, and one mid summer. The last, mid summer/ January feed is really important for young trees, to inspire strong growth while its warm, boosting them to be a little bigger and bolder before they take on winter. Natural feed The very best stuff […]
Are Raised Beds Your Best Bet?
By | LastUpdated January 1, 2024
Timber edged, raised beds aren’t a garden essential! For sure, they have their place, but in most cases – yes most cases! – your soil, your body, your plants + your wallet are better served without them. Simple, no-dig beds, without timber edges are easiest by far to work in and bring many more advantages […]
January in the Vegie Patch, Feed Citrus + Start A Vegie Garden
By | LastUpdated January 1, 2024
Timing is everything! Plant crops out at the temperature they love, and away they zoom! Thing is – your timings are unique to your particular micro climate. Use mine as a stepping stone (not a bible!), until you work it out. Lean on local gardeners – they are your best resource, as is just doing […]
Easy fertility! Reduce your compost needs
By | LastUpdated January 31, 2024
Homemade compost is the ultimate soil food – safe from herbicide/ pesticide/ fungicide residue and full of life! It may seem daunting to make all your own, but with a good setup you totally can. The trick is to incorporate fertility into your garden design. Team that with a good compost making set up plus […]
Easy peasy compost: A good setup
By | LastUpdated March 28, 2024
The trick to easily made composts is to have all the ingredients on hand, the bins close by the vegie patch and a hose near by. Easy peasy! 2 types of compost bin A couple of pallets slid over stakes do the job perfectly. Air is super important for a healthy compost, that’s why black […]
