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
LifestyleLittle green fingersJustin Newcombe shares top tips on how to get the kids into gardening.15 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleIt's all in the stingA nettle among the blooms is vital to attract a special native, writes Meg Liptrot.09 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Bring on the bugsGet your garden buzzing with beneficial insects by planting their favourite food, writes Justin Newcombe.08 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: Pimp my shedJustin Newcombe has some tips on how to personalise that essential extra space in the garden.07 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleGardening: Go with group therapyLining up plants like rows of soldiers is not a good look at all, says Meg Liptrot.02 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleSweet success growing kumeraFor ease of growing and nutritional value, you can't go past a kumara, writes Justin Newcombe.01 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleSunday DIY: Seed them growA mini glasshouse is the simple way to kick-start a vege patch, says Greig Morgan.01 Oct 09:00 PM
LifestyleAt home: A growing passionThree Auckland women share the secrets of their green thumbs with <i>Viva</i>.28 Sep 04:30 PM
LifestyleThyme to let nature helpHerbalists offer some advice on the natural ways you can combat illness.25 Sep 04:30 PM
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
