OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond's citrus growing guideOPINION: Kem Ormond says a house is not a home without a lemon tree.07 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Why the humble worm reigns supreme in my gardenOPINION: Kem Ormond's handy worm farm guide can help soil go from poor to rich.28 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Summer's not over, so why am I thinking about winter?OPINION: The end of daylight saving time looms, even though we've been cheated of summer!21 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Towering golden flowers’: Sunflower project to boost Rotorua Hospital’s children’s unit12 Feb 12:04 AM
New Zealand'Healthy exercise': Why Phil Thomsen loves gardening – even weedingThe gardening author has been growing vegetables since he was about 5 years old.27 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond: Try growing a nut tree, the reward is worth the waitOPINION: From towering walnuts to compact almonds, there is a nut tree for most gardens.27 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: How to have a garden-to-table ChristmasOPINION: Use the produce in your vegetable garden to reduce your Christmas food bill.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHB cities under Level 3 water restrictions as usage hits 95 million litres a dayA total ban on open-air fires and fireworks is also in place.14 Dec 11:26 PM
OpinionKem OrmondGifts to help a gardener's Christmas bloom brighterOPINION: Gardeners will cherish gifts that help them nurture the spaces they love. 13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom garden to business: How one school is sowing seeds of food and financial know-howA grant of $8750 would go towards buying materials to build a hot and shade house.10 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Kūmara - time to get plantingOPINION: Friends are always asking me how to grow kūmara, Kem Ormond says.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom crimson to gold: The hidden rainbow of pōhutukawa around the motuHawaiian ōhiʻa lehua shows the same family flowering from crimson to white.06 Dec 03:00 AM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Summer reading picks for garden loversOPINION: These reads are perfect for lazy afternoons in the garden - and a hammock!29 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow one family turned a tiny backyard into a $10k urban food forestA savvy saver is using her passion for gardening to nurture her young family.23 Nov 01:00 AM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Keeping crops productive all summerOPINION: Regular harvesting really does encourage plants to keep giving.22 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondTips for watering your summer gardenOPINION: Water-wise gardening tips for the summer ahead.22 Nov 03:55 PM
OpinionKem OrmondIt's not bananas to try and grow tropical fruit - Kem OrmondOPINION: What if your own backyard could offer a taste of the tropics?15 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond: Why I'm all abuzz about my bumblebee deliveryOPINION: Bumblebees are the unsung heroes behind greenhouse-grown tomatoes.14 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldFarmers’ Almanac to publish final edition after more than 200 yearsThe 2026 edition will mark the end of a 208-year publishing run.09 Nov 03:24 AM
OpinionKem OrmondIt's November: Time to grow cucumbers and make elderflower cordialOPINION: Summer's just around the corner and activity in Kem's vege garden is ramping up. 08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGarden art doesn't have to cost the earth: Kem OrmondOPINION: Art in the garden offers a chance to express your style and creativity.01 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandThis community garden is cultivating more than just plantsMarton Community Garden is a place to connect, share ideas and work together. 31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDIY season: How to avoid ending up injury at home this summer Gardening caused over half of the region’s 4136 home-injury claims.26 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Why not give heritage beans a go?OPINION: Beans are among the easiest and most rewarding crops to grow.25 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyMitre 10 cuts $71m loss as debt drops sharplyAndrea Scown, CEO for four years, tells how members are battling the tougher economy.24 Oct 04:03 PM
New ZealandJuicy, refreshing - it's time to grow watermelonsOPINION: With the right preparations, watermelons are relatively easy to grow.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow Wellington households must use sprinklers under new water rulesRunning a garden hose for 12 minutes uses up one person's total daily average.28 Sep 04:14 AM
