How to grow your own leeks
Now is the time to start planning for your cooler-climate crops, says Mat Pember, starting with easy-growing leeks.
How to grow the red beard onion
A quick grower with a pleasing flavour, the red beard onion truly delivers – in both name and nature, writes Mat Pember.
10 golden rules of the summer veggie patch
Thinking of spending a little time in the dirt this summer? Mat Pember from The Little Veggie Patch Co has some tips.
What is a pineapple tomato?
Venturing beyond the mass-produced plant varieties brings fruitful rewards, says Mat Pember, as he introduces the pineapple tomato.
How to grow red mizuna
Red mizuna welcomes winter's chill. Plant while it's still cold for many happy returns, writes Mat Pember.
How to grow coriander
Coriander, or cilantro as it’s known in the Americas, can be tricky, but a little know-how goes a long way towards success, writes Mat Pember.
How to grow your own kale
One of the most prevalent of the so-called superfoods these days, kale is easy to grow and resilient, writes Mat Pember, and keeps on keeping on.
How to grow your own Brussels Sprouts
Like mini hearts of cabbage, Brussels sprouts are the best of the brassica family, writes Mat Pember, and they put on the best show in the patch.
How to grow your own basil
For Mat Pember life is not complete without basil, making this heat-loving herb a highlight of summer.
How to grow sweetcorn
Sweetcorn can thrive in the home patch if it’s in good company. Follow a few simple tips and say cheers to big ears.
How to grow your own pumpkins
When it comes to pumpkins, big is beautiful, and they can flourish even if you’re short on space.
How to grow your own beans
Whether they’re climbing or bush, Windsor Long Pod or Scarlet Runner, beans benefit a lot from just a little care.
How to grow your own spring onions
Despite their name, spring onions are great growers year round but they’re ideal for this tricky time in the garden.
How to grow your own lettuce
This garden stalwart takes root at the mere spill of a seed packet no matter what the season...
How to grow your own silverbeet
Silverbeet is ideal for boosting a gardener’s confidence: it’s the leafy green that keeps on giving.
How to grow radishes
Low-maintenance with a speedy turnaround, the radish is this season’s hero for “instant” crop gratification.
How to plant broad beans
Plant broad beans now, when the weather is cool, and they’ll be in for the long haul, writes Mat Pember.
How to grow broccoli
Broccoli is the most prolific member of the brassica family and the easiest to grow.
How to grow garlic
Garlic has a long growing time, but low maintenance and freshness reward your patience.
How to grow chillies
This is the time of year for vegetables that like it hot and when it comes to heat, chillies love to both give and take.
How to grow eggplant
They may look tough, but eggplants play nice, and with the right amount of TLC they keep on giving.
How to grow capsicum
It’s officially summer and party season for us and our vegetables, not least the capsicum...
How to grow tomatoes
Rediscover the true taste of tomatoes – there’s no substitute for the home-grown, vine-ripened real thing.
How to grow zucchini
The French say courgettes, we say zucchini – whatever you call the versatile squash, now is its time to shine in the sun.
How to plant cucumbers
Spring planting ups the anticipation of warmer weather, so start with cucumbers for salads, pickles and refreshing G&Ts.
How to grow your own beetroot
Beetroot: it’s an agreeable grower, cures hangovers and boosts the sex drive – what’s not to love? And it’s good to grow, writes Mat Pember.
How to grow your own carrots
In the first outing of our new gardening column, Mat Pember of The Little Veggie Patch Co gives us the lowdown on growing carrots.
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