LifestyleEdible garden: Mesclun salad It might come in bags at the supermarket, but there's nothing easier than growing these salad leaves yourself. 25 Sep 04:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Group effortA walk on the wild side will allow nature to show you how it's done, says Meg Liptrot.25 Sep 04:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Going bananasSupermarket varieties don't have a patch on home-grown yellow beauties, writes Justin Newcombe. 24 Sep 09:00 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: Island time at homeIf you fancy having a gazebo to lounge under, why not make a fale as a nod to our Pacific neighbours, writes Justin Newcombe. 23 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: BeetrootBeetroot is a classic Kiwi addition to a burger, so giving it a go in the vege garden would be the patriotic thing to do in this month of rugby mania. 19 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Dig down deepGrab a spade to enrich your patch now for a bumper summer crop, says Meg Liptrot.18 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Reacquainted with strawberriesYou may think you know them intimately but, as Justin Newcombe discovered, strawberries have some strange secrets.17 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Spring scents the airMake mine a magnolia, says as fragrant blooms appear on her tree. 11 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: LemonA lemon tree is one of the most worthwhile small trees to have. The best fruit are produced when the tree is planted in full sun and fertile soil with adequate moisture.11 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Back to grass rootsMake your lawn the star of the garden this summer by giving it some TLC now, writes Justin Newcombe.10 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Hot on herb trailTake thyme out in summer to see the best of Central Otago, writes Meg Liptrot.04 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Walk the lineIt's easy to lay a path that will keep your feet out of the mud, says Greig Morgan.03 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Light my wayMeg Liptrot sings the praises of an old fashioned, forgotten beauty - abutilon.27 Aug 10:00 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Pooch gate made simpleGreig Morgan shows how you can keep the dog safely at home.27 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: The root of the problem Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.20 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: Abs-olute exerciseIf you're no gym bunny but want to be fit, try some composting, writes Meg Liptrot.13 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: Neighbourhood treasuresGardening doesn't have to cost the earth, as long as you look in the right places, explains Justin Newcombe.12 Aug 05:42 AM
LifestyleEdible garden: Corn salad/Verte de CambraiAlso known as "lambs' lettuce" or "mache", corn salad is a cute little green which pops up in winter. 08 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: A moveable fruity feastTrees planted in half tubs will help beat budget blues, writes Meg Liptrot.08 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Ahead with a woodshedStash firewood for this winter - and the next - in a shed, says Greig Morgan.07 Aug 12:00 AM
LifestyleGarden design part 2: When it all goes to planJustin Newcombe shares some final bits of advice and wisdom for completing the mapping out of your perfect garden.06 Aug 10:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Fixing foliageLandscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.06 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: Setting up a table for vegesJustin Newcombe brings the garden to the gardeners with a crafty mobile plant station.05 Aug 10:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Power of the poppyNow is a good time for planting your spring flower beds, advises Meg Liptrot.01 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGarden design part 1: Going with the flowPlanning your garden takes careful consideration, writes Justin Newcombe. Step one is all about charting traffic ... 30 Jul 10:00 PM
