The recipe for growing great tomatoes is a simple one, writes Janice Marriott.

With NZ's only gardening show Get Growing returning tonight, Anna Leask chats to the new duo hoping to grow green thumbs.

Diagnosing any potential problems with your soil early can save you problems in the long run.

Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin Newcombe answers your questions.

The Three Sisters of corn, pumpkin and beans are a praiseworthy ensemble.

The kids will just love growing their very own peanuts, writes Janice Marriott.

There are more benefits to organic gardening than just healthy produce, writes Libby Nicholson-Moon.

Companion planting is an ecologically sound way to benefit your plants, writes Justin Newcombe.

Be patient with your veges, urges Janice Marriott.

Herbs are a marvellous addition to your plot or a great way to garden on a small scale, writes Justin Newcombe.

With the tabletop prepared last week, Justin Newcombe gets to work on the pizza oven kitset.

Basil is originally from India, so it likes sun, warmth, and water.

Nothing beats the satisfaction of a glowing red homegrown tomato bursting with flavour. Justin Newcombe shares a few tips to achieve the perfect tomato.

If you fancy having your own wood-fired pizza oven for alfresco suppers, you'll need something to put it on. Justin Newcombe has just the thing.

Chef Stephanie Alexander is visiting our shores to promote an extension of her Aussie programme to help teach children about growing, harvesting and sharing food.

Justin Newcombe demonstrates how to grow your plants in style.

Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.

They give your soil the nitrogen it's looking for, introduce organic matter, provide mulch and compost material, plus flower beautifully. Justin Newcombe loves lupins.

Take inspiration for your garden by visiting these exquisite country spreads.

Need a patio? Following Justin Newcombe's step-by-step process, you can now make your own.

Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.

Warm to the idea of growing tropical fruit, says Janice Marriott.

The last instalment of our series on the best ways to landscape your poolside area, with our expert Justin Newcombe.

Eggplants, peppers and squash need a little nurturing in our climate, writes Janice Marriott.

Part two of our guide on how to make the area around your pool look like a million dollars, with Justin Newcombe.

Planning a backyard redesign does not necessarily mean breaking the bank. Justin Newcombe explains how to achieve a luxury on a shoestring.

The secret to growing lettuces that are crunchy but not tough or bitter is to grow them quickly. This means they need lots of water, well-drained beds, and warm rich soil.