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.

With the soil moist and plant roots wide-awake, now's the perfect time for a garden reshuffle.

Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.

Justin Newcombe gives a how-to guide to building your own bamboo screen.

Feeling seedy? Janice Marriott explores a few catalogue options.

Justin Newcombe demonstrates how to construct seed-raising trays out of leftover wood.

Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.

You can make your own raised vegetable bed in just a couple of hours if you have the right tools and materials at your disposal.

Janice Marriott celebrates the early signs of spring's bounty.

The 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.

Raised beds will lift your garden to new levels.

It's usually at the end of summer that we become aware of unruly haystacks of climbers smothering a fence.

Putting together your own letterbox is a great weekend challenge, says Justin Newcombe.

Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your questions.

Justin Newcombe demonstrates an attractive way to hide away your garden waste.

Justin Newcombe sings the praises of the lemon tree, which should be a mandatory addition to every Kiwi garden.

Now's the time to plant spuds, says Janice Marriott.

Making a sturdy set of gates is straightforward when you follow these eight easy steps.

Justin Newcombe shares a simple plan to sort out your winter garden and get it ready for the months ahead.

Special attention to your soil will bring abundant rewards, says Janice Marriott.

Plant broad beans and peas now - it's the prefect time, says Janice Marriott.

Janice Marriott anticipates spring with a spot of window-shopping.