Our gardens can bring us closer to understanding the ecosystems that underpin life on this planet and how to live in harmony with the earth. By creating a beautiful, efficient and productive garden in your home, you can learn the rhythms of nature and our humble role in it. So how can we let our green thumbs play and align our gardens to the sustainable path?
Is your living space giving you 'sick building syndrome'? Treat it with a collection of plants that absorb toxic chemicals. They're good for your soul - and good for your heal ...
With less rainfall and hotter weather predicted in the coming decades, we need to go with the limited flow and create a wonderful water-wise garden.
Growing indigenous and endemic plants in your backyard helps extend remnant patches of native fauna, attracts wildlife to your garden and conserves biodiversity. So get your h ...
The number one rule for water conservation in your garden is to mulch. Put simply, the addition of mulch to your garden beds can prevent water loss by up to 25%, reducing evaporation rates and increasing the water storage capacity of your soil.
Want to taste really fresh food that's good for you and the planet? Get into gardening in your own backyard.
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