LifestyleGardening: Best plants to use in your smokerA surplus of fish is best put to use in a smoker, writes Justin Newcombe with choosing the plant material to use part of the fun.28 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleBackyard ventures that nourish the soulVegetable gardens are not only good for the stomach, but good for the soul. Suzanne McFadden visits four city gardens aiming to get fresh food back into our neighbourhoods — and not just for the nourishment.26 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleGrowing subtropical plantsEdible subtropical plants offer fruit and are handy screens, writes Meg Liptrot.15 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: The second sowingEnthusiasm may be low, but now's the time to get ready for some late summer crops, writes Justin Newcombe.14 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleSculptures add appeal to the gardenThere's inspiration to be unearthed by following the trail at a sculpture garden, writes Meg Liptrot.09 Jan 09:30 PM
LifestyleOcean's gift to the gardenThere's no need to waste any part of your summer catch, writes Justin Newcombe.06 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: Feast for the eyesA Christmas table is made all the more lovely with a beautiful bunch of blooms, writes Justin Newcombe.23 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleThe greener grass in a second-time dad's backyardGrowing a family is a serious business. So is growing a lawn. Alan Perrott, a second-time dad, explains the important connection.21 Nov 10:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: A brush with basilBasil is a herb with a bit of a history. Justin Newcombe delves into its past but also shares how to look after it in the present.19 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleLearn ley of the landIf they grow among 'buddies', fruit trees produce more lavishly, says Meg Liptrot.13 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Herb about this one?Greig Morgan puts his green fingers to work constructing his own herb planter.12 Nov 11:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: You are my sunshineBright and cheerful sunflowers can bring a smile to anyone's face, writes Justin Newcombe.12 Nov 09:00 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: Stepping it upCreating stairs in a bush setting is hard work but worth the graft, writes Justin Newcombe.11 Nov 09:00 PM
LifestyleKeep those little green fingers growingChannel your child's natural love of plants into a productive garden.09 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleSorting out your soilMany problems in lawns and gardens can be easily rectified if the owner knows the condition of the soil. 08 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: StrawberriesStrawberries are fun to grow - easy, delicious and nutritious. 06 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleStep it upIt's the finer details which can add that extra edge to a garden, notes Meg Liptrot.06 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Cool as a cucumberIt has to be a good thing if a vegetable's been popular for thousands of years, writes Justin Newcombe.05 Nov 09:00 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Bring the vege plot to youGreig Morgan shows us a handy way to take the backache out of gardening. 05 Nov 09:00 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: On the trail of snailsJustin Newcombe uses his soft side to come up with humane ways to get rid of munching molluscs.04 Nov 09:00 PM
LifestyleDown to earth: Community gardens around the cityCommunity gardens are a growing trend in Auckland, a place to learn how to reap what you sow in every sense, writes Kirsten Warner.04 Nov 05:00 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Tray of plentyRemovable shelves and a tray add further practicality to our home-made toolbox. Greig Morgan explains the third part of this handy project.29 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Magic beanstalksBeans are a delicious and reliable vegetable that can keep on giving, writes Justin Newcombe.29 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: Doing a runnerJustin Newcombe gets in the frame and finds a solution for the vertical vegetable problem.28 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleWe all say tomatoIt's that time again. Justin Newcombe talks us through planting tomatoes to get the best of them for endless summer sauces, snacks and salads.22 Oct 09:00 PM
