Fourteen varieties of apricot trees: pros and cons
Apricot trees are loved by many people. But what are the pros and cons, and how do you choose one variety over another?
Hands up – who loves Bramley apples?
Bramley apples are a magnificent cooking apple from England which deserve a place in many Australian gardens.
Helping out on the farm
One of the things we LOVE about our farm is the fabulous people who visit, for one reason or another. Our lives have been enriched over the years by pick-your-own and CSA customers, volunteers, employees, students, and workshop attendees. Plus, of course, our fabulous...
How to grow apples — the organic way
Apples are one of the most popular fruits to grow in your backyard. Learn the basics of how to look after your apple tree.
Reclaiming bush food
Learn from indigenous farming heritage and give Australian native foods a place in your garden, kitchen, and diet.
Pruning Fruit Trees
Use this foolproof 7-step method for pruning fruit trees. Learn how to keep your trees happy and productive with ease and confidence.
Farmers talk about growing food
Backyard growers can learn a lot from listening to farmers talk about the highs and lows of growing food commercially.
The real impact of fire on fruit growing
Natural disasters like fire and flood can have devastating impacts on farmers and home-fruit growers alike. Here’s one farmer’s story.
Four reasons for yellow leaves on your fruit tree
Leaves on your fruit tree can turn yellow for many reasons. Some are normal, some are not so good – so here’s how to tell difference.
How (and why) to eat local food
The best local food is home-grown, right? But if you can’t grow everything, we give you tips for sourcing food that’s grown close to home.
What’s your favourite fruit?
Naming a favourite fruit is as hard as picking a favourite child. Learn to love a wide variety and there’s no need to choose favourites.
Our arid bush paradise
Come on a walk with us in our arid bush paradise and enjoy the calming influence of trees, rocks, and animals.
