I’ll be honest — when I first heard folks talking about using baking soda in the garden, I figured it was just another old wives’ tale. You know, the kind that sounds magical but never quite works. But over time, I’ve given it a go with my hydrangeas, especially after a few battles with powdery…
Lavender. Just saying the word makes you relax a little, doesn’t it? This herb’s like the chill friend who always smells good, keeps bugs away, and somehow looks put together even in the middle of summer. But growing lavender? That can be a bit of a mystery—especially if you’ve tried it once, thought it died,…
There’s something deeply satisfying about growing your own garlic. It’s one of those crops that feels ancient—like you’re part of an old secret. And the kicker? It’s super easy once you get the hang of it. Starting with the Basics First things first, you don’t want to use just any garlic clove from the supermarket….
Not everyone’s got a big backyard or perfect soil—but that shouldn’t stop anyone from growing their own veg. That’s where grow bags come in. Think of them like pop-up gardens. No need for raised beds or digging. Just fill, plant, and let the magic happen. Whether you’re in a rental, a small flat, or just…
There’s something magic about watching a sad, scraggly plant perk up under the right light. I’ve had my fair share of leggy spider plants and droopy pothos that looked like they were begging for sunshine. Not everyone’s home gets that glorious, all-day sun — especially if you live in a little flat or your windows…
I’ll be honest—when I first decided to grow blueberries, I thought it’d be a breeze. Stick a bush in the ground, water it now and then, and boom: blueberries. Turns out, these little blue gems are a bit pickier than that. But once you get the hang of what they like, they’re surprisingly chill—and the…
Strawberries are one of those fruits that just feel like summer. Juicy, red, sweet—and when they’re homegrown? Game-changer. But here’s the thing most folks don’t realize until they’ve had a patch for a season or two: if you want those big, juicy strawberries, you’ve got to be a bit ruthless. Yep, we’re talking about cutting…
There’s something wildly satisfying about pulling into your driveway and seeing a front yard that just works. Not the over-manicured, sterile kind that looks like it belongs to a show home—I’m talking about one that’s clean, welcoming, and has a bit of personality. Modern landscaping can sometimes come across as too sharp or minimal, but…
There’s something incredibly grounding about a Japanese garden—even more so when it’s tucked into a small corner of your yard, or even squeezed onto a patio. It’s like your own little portal to stillness. Doesn’t matter if you’re in the heart of Auckland, an apartment in New York, or somewhere in between, a tiny space…
Landscaping with boulders wasn’t exactly part of my original plan. When I first started sorting out the backyard, I was thinking flower beds, maybe a winding path, some herbs in the corner… you know, the usual. Then my mate Jess pops round, takes one look at the space and says, “You know what this needs?…