New ZealandThe home where sustainable gardening is practised ‘in spades’Lorraine Ryan is showcasing her garden and her artwork.06 Nov 09:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe accidental Kiwi gardener and the rare flower that blooms once in a lifetimePlanted 40 years ago by a young gardener, a rare flower has finally bloomed.02 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWyn Drabble: World Naked Gardening Day - who’s in?'If you’re a tad prudish, there are plenty of other days which don’t involve nudity'.31 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Kem Ormond's proudest achievement this yearOPINION: Here's a little show-and-tell about how things are progressing in my garden.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDonors dig deep to deliver funding for new Medieval Garden at Hamilton GardensThe venue's new addition is expected to be finished for summer 2025.25 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandVege tips: Rabbits and aphids and snails, oh my!Opinion: Remember that having a few pests is a natural part of gardening.19 Oct 04:01 PM
New ZealandMore than 100 cases in NZ this year: Health NZ issues warning to gardenersLegionnaires’ disease can be caught from bags or bulk loads of potting mix and compost.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Why October is sow importantOPINION: Watching the new growth appear is nature at its best.28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandHigh tea event to mark horticultural society's 100thNZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll is to be the guest speaker at the event.26 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldVigilante plants flowers in potholes to shame council into repairs – and it worksHarry Haggett-Smith's floral campaign forces West Sussex council to fix potholes rapidly.23 Sep 10:03 PM
New ZealandBroccoli: The ultimate superfood for your garden and plateOpinion: Broccoli is easy to grow, and growing your own seedlings is simple.20 Sep 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: The jacket I've owned for 48 years shows the bonds we form with aged apparel'My tattered old gloves will probably be hidden amongst the agapanthus.'19 Sep 06:06 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessTeen inventor sets up company tackling big pot plant problemSmall Business: The teenage founder of Enivo Pots tackles an unexpected problem.11 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleShould you wash your fruits and vegetables in the dishwasher?A viral TikTok hack has individuals using dishwashers to clean their fresh produce.11 Aug 03:41 AM
New ZealandNorthlanders flock to be part of record-high bird countAnnual count of the nation's garden birds has ended with record-high participation.25 Jul 09:04 PM
New ZealandKing Edward Park joins festival line-upFive new gardens will feature in this year’s Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival.17 Jul 08:26 PM
New Zealand'Hearty little buggers': Kākāriki chicks flourishingGlenbervie man counting Kakariki chicks in Garden Bird survey.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Living concept': Māori lunar calendar users share how they embrace ancient knowledge'It’s about the cycle as a whole.'29 Jun 05:01 PM
New ZealandGarden bird survey: How you can take partPull up a chair and spend an hour in your backyard counting birds.23 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandLast of the Cancer Society daffodils for Māhia’s MevLong-time supporter of cancer fight in honour of late friend.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKem Ormond's top tips for growing garlic - not rustOpinion: I want to grow a good crop of garlic, but I seem to grow a good crop of rust!14 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Lots of thank-yous': 10 marriage tips from a husband marking 70-year milestoneAn opera brought them together with creativity and community keeping them going strong.11 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandStudents cultivate park's growth as part of school planting dayYear 5 and 6 students from Raumati South School planted at Queen Elizabeth Park.10 Jun 01:36 AM
New ZealandHamilton Arbor Day to mark heritage park's restoration anniversaryThe 20th celebration will see the 'Bug Man' from Animal Planet as a special guest host.29 May 02:28 AM
New ZealandFood Forest project: Community reap the fruit of their labourEveryone is invited to take what they need from the garden.28 May 02:54 AM
LifestyleYou need to check out these Auckland events before they're goneWondering what’s happening around Auckland? Luckily, our weekend guide has you covered.24 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandFunding to help eradicate remaining predators of native speciesPokaiwhenua Catchment Group helps households to trap pests in their backyards.19 May 11:23 PM
New ZealandAmazing community space grows people and plantsIt's a melting pot of DIY and survival skills, music and a bit of gardening.18 May 02:00 AM
LifestyleWhat can you grow in your kitchen?Herbs and microgreens are easier than you think (and it's cheaper than buying them).17 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandTaupō community garden on a mission to connect peopleTaupō Community Garden founder Blair Cameron talks about the concept behind the garden and its mission to connect people and share practical skills. Video / Dan HutchinsonWatch14 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandThere's treasure in 'em gutters, resident urgesRetired caretaker Alistair Cameron wants everyone to pick up a leaf or a hundred.07 May 12:19 AM
LifestyleThe surprising health benefits of dirtDigging into some dirt can unearth the secret to a strong immune system.06 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSchool's nursery sale supports gardening programmeThe Mother's Day sale is one of two the school holds each year.02 May 12:09 AM
New ZealandWhangārei mum wins contest with 94kg pumpkin'My jaw dropped on the floor. I couldn’t believe how big my pumpkin had grown.'29 Apr 05:22 AM
