LifestyleI say tomato, you say tomatoNothing beats the satisfaction of a glowing red homegrown tomato bursting with flavour. Justin Newcombe shares a few tips to achieve the perfect tomato.23 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleWeekend Project (Part 1 of 2): A piece of the pizza actionIf 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.22 Oct 10:03 PM
LifestyleTurning over new leavesChef Stephanie Alexander is visiting our shores to promote an extension of her Aussie programme to help teach children about growing, harvesting and sharing food.21 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleAce of spudsDelicious and filling and so much better from your own garden, potatoes are a deserved family favourite. Justin Newcombe gives us his top tips.16 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: Cash cropsHigh vegetable prices got you down? Janice Marriott suggests growing your own cash crops.16 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: Advice for summer seedlingsLandscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.15 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleWeekend project: Room to growJustin Newcombe demonstrates how to grow your plants in style.15 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleThe Back Yard: Loopy for lupinsThey give your soil the nitrogen it's looking for, introduce organic matter, provide mulch and compost material, plus flower beautifully. Justin Newcombe loves lupins.09 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleFive of the best: Private country gardensTake inspiration for your garden by visiting these exquisite country spreads.08 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleWeekend Project: Paving the way for summerNeed a patio? Following Justin Newcombe's step-by-step process, you can now make your own.08 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleGardening: Standout sand loversLandscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.02 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: Warm upWarm to the idea of growing tropical fruit, says Janice Marriott.02 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestylePool side rules for summer (Part 3 of 3)The last instalment of our series on the best ways to landscape your poolside area, with our expert Justin Newcombe.01 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: EggplantsEggplants, peppers and squash need a little nurturing in our climate, writes Janice Marriott.26 Sep 01:00 AM
LifestyleBeautifying your backyard (Part 2 of 3)Part two of our guide on how to make the area around your pool look like a million dollars, with Justin Newcombe.25 Sep 04:30 PM
LifestylePoolside makeover (Part 1 of 3)Planning a backyard redesign does not necessarily mean breaking the bank. Justin Newcombe explains how to achieve a luxury on a shoestring.19 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: LettuceThe 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.18 Sep 11:57 PM
LifestyleGarden Guru: Mind the gapsWith the soil moist and plant roots wide-awake, now's the perfect time for a garden reshuffle.18 Sep 09:37 PM
LifestyleBrighten the garden with cliviaLandscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.18 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleHow to build a bamboo screenJustin Newcombe gives a how-to guide to building your own bamboo screen.17 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleNo crying over onionsThese vegetable tear-jerkers can be your best friend in the busy summer months, requiring little to no watering at the peak of the hot weather.12 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: Vegetable seedsFeeling seedy? Janice Marriott explores a few catalogue options.12 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleSeed trays an eco friendly optionJustin Newcombe demonstrates how to construct seed-raising trays out of leftover wood.12 Sep 12:00 AM
LifestyleBlueberries at their bestLandscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.07 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleWeekend Project: Simple steps to vege bedsYou can make your own raised vegetable bed in just a couple of hours if you have the right tools and materials at your disposal.07 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: Spring feastJanice Marriott celebrates the early signs of spring's bounty.04 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleSpring clean your gardenThe arrival of spring means getting into the garden to tidy up after winter and prepare for the new season. But don't forget to get Dad on board, writes Justin Newcombe.03 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleEdible garden: Sleep easy with raised bedsRaised beds will lift your garden to new levels.28 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGarden Guru: Out with loppersIt's usually at the end of summer that we become aware of unruly haystacks of climbers smothering a fence.28 Aug 05:30 PM
