Organic Gardener Magazine
January / Febuary Issue 2009
Celebrate Organic living with the 10th Birthday issue of ABC’s Organic Gardener magazine.
We show you how to avoid the potential chemical cocktail on non-organic strawberries by starting your own patch.
Peter Cundall digs into the origins of Australia’s organic gardening movement.
Jerry Coleby-Williams tells how to grow sunflowers, plus we explain how chooks can be your best garden helpers.
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Just Add Sunshine
Gardening Australia Magazine, January 2009
Sunflowers are very appealing to both children and adults. We all adore these big, joyful flowers that are quick and easy to grow from seed. JENNIFER STACKHOUSE discovers interesting developments in sunflowers and picks up some growing tips.
The Self-Sufficient Gardener
Organic Gardener Magazine, January/February 2009
In this first edition of ‘the self-sufficient gardener’, JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS explains how to salvage those ubiquitous polystyrene boxes from the grocer and turn them into great storage and growing containers.
Waterwise Garden
Gardening Australia Magazine, December 2008
A vital step when establishing a new garden is to choose plants that are suitable for the climate. SOPHIE THOMSON meets a South Australian couple who have created a sustainable garden on an exposed hillside that receives little rainfall.
The Cook and Her Garden
Gardening Australia Magazine, November 2008
Picked fresh from Maggie Beer’s garden, these greens look good enough to eat, and they are! JENNIFER STACKHOUSE visits Maggie at her home in the Barossa Valley, where she discovers plenty of rustic charm.
Hail the Hibiscus
Gardening Australia Magazine, October 2008
There’s more to hibiscus than many people realise, says JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS. As well as colourful shrubs that bloom in summer and autumn, this fascinating group includes annuals, trees and edible flowers.
Sweet Success
Organic Gardener Magazine, November/December 2008
Craig Sams was a pioneer of the natural food movement in the ’60s, going on to establish the most successful organic chocolate company in the UK. He talks to SIMON WEBSTER about food, business and gardening.
Feast of Daffodils
Gardening Australia Magazine, September 2008
Daffodils have been an inspiration to poets and gardeners for centuries. These cheerful flowers are waterwise, easy to grow and suit many areas of Australia, says SOPHIE THOMSON.
In Their Own Skins
Organic Gardener Magazine, July / August 2008
LINDA COCKBURN explores simple ways to store your harvests over winter.
Beauty of Blossom
Gardening Australia Magazine, August 2008
Cherry trees in bloom herald the coming of spring, and the ultimate place to soak up their exquisite beauty is Japan, where they grow in abundance. JOHN PATRICK, who was there recently during cherry season, shares his experience with us.
Rooftop Paradise
Gardening Australia Magazine, July 2008
Spectacular views to Sydney’s Balmoral Beach and beyond were the inspiration for this roof garden. MEREDITH KIRTON explores the tricky yet satisfying task of creating a garden on top of a home.
Natural Solutions
Organic Gardener Magazine, May / June 2008
JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS introduces us to nematodes and the benefits and problems they can bring. Plus, the multi-talented plant called huauzontle, and the Black Hairy Flower Wasp.
A Touch of Frost
Gardening Australia Magazine, June 2008
Many Australian gardeners, especially inland dwellers, experience frost during winter. JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS has some great advice for making the most of this time in your winter wonderland.
Growing Raspberries
Gardening Australia Magazine, May 2008
The explosive flavour of a freshly picked raspberry
is hard to beat, says JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS. This delicious cool-climate fruit is so easy to grow and provides many tempting options in the kitchen, from stunning desserts to creative condiments.
Backyard Beekeeping
Organic Gardener Magazine, March / April 2008
Taking on backyard beekeeping has been a steep and sometimes painful learning curve for LINDA COCKBURN, but it’s another satisfying step towards self-reliance.
Little Sweeties
Gardening Australia Magazine, April 2008
Sweet peas are fun and easy to grow, and they permeate the garden with their delicious fragrance. But many gardeners don’t have the space available for growing the climbing varieties that require a trellis. MEREDITH KIRTON has the perfect solution for small gardens or courtyards – mini sweet peas.
Growing Mangoes
Gardening Australia Magazine, March 2008
Sweet and refreshing, mangoes bring out the beast within, writes JERRY COLEBY-WILLIAMS. The luscious fruit can be savoured as is, or used in salads, desserts and drinks. They also make handsome shade trees which, if you live in the right climate, are one of the easiest fruit trees to grow.
