Beautiful drought conscious landscaped garden example Written and edited by Tammy Johnson 30th May 2025 With climate patterns shifting and drought becoming a more common reality for so many of us, as gardeners we’re faced with the new challenge of how to keep our gardens thriving with less water. Gardening during dry times isn’t about giving up and accepting defeat, it’s about getting smart and creative. By embracing some simple alternatives, our gardens can become more resil

Cold frosty morning Updated by Tammy 21st May 2025 Frosts are among the greatest adversaries for gardeners throughout the colder months. Days with clear, sunny skies often lead to subzero temperatures overnight, causing frosts to occur. Without being pro-active and having measures in place, the results can be detrimental. So, what happens to our plants when they're exposed to frost? When our plants are exposed to frost, this is what happens: 1. Plant Tissues Freeze: The su

Backyard enclosed compost pile. Thinking about starting a compost pile but not sure where to begin? You’re in the right place! Composting is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to turn kitchen scraps and garden waste into rich, nutrient-packed soil food. Whether you’ve got a sprawling backyard or a tiny balcony, composting is totally doable and surprisingly fun. In this beginners guide I’ll break it all down step-by-step so you can start transforming your kitchen and g

Healthy Prayer Plant Written and edited by Tammy 9th May 2025 We’ve all been there. You buy a beautiful healthy plant full of optimism and good intentions, plant it with love, and wait… only to watch it struggle, sulk, or completely check out. Plants can be a bit mysterious, but usually, there’s a good reason they’re not living their best life. Thankfully it's normally something straight forward and more importantly, an easy fix. Below, I’ve outlined the 10 of the most common