Welcome to the third edition of Your Garden– it’s wonderful to have you grow with us.
Thanks to your support, our magazine continues to grow across Australia — reaching everyone from seasoned green thumbs to first-time gardeners, all looking for simple, practical advice and delicious recipes. And with winter settling in, this issue is no exception. We head into the garden to celebrate the Queen of Winter Flowers: the camellia. Discover how to grow the best blooms, how to use them in the landscape, and which varieties to choose from.
One of the biggest shifts in 21st-century gardening is the understanding of how improved soil boosts plant health, whether in pots, vegie beds, lawns or garden beds. We share five simple ways to build better soil and grow stronger plants. A call for help to our Garden Clinic radio show about ants on an orchid, uncovered a surprising twist: fruiting pods on a vanilla orchid in a warm temperate garden in Sydney — yes, it's possible!
We share how it’s done, with growing tips from the gardener, and a delicious recipe for vanilla crème brûlée. For citrus lovers, we explore how to grow them, solve common issues, and share refreshing citrus recipes to brighten your winter cooking. As we embrace more time outdoors this winter, gathering within welcome spaces ready for just relaxing and entertaining friends, we’ve put together over 30 practical tips to help you make the most of your outdoor living spaces. And for the travellers at heart, we take you to Sri Lanka: exotic, colourful and historic. It’s a tropical foodie paradise where ancient UNESCO World Heritage sites meet vibrant spice plantations, incredible flavours,welcoming locals, and stunning garden-filled hotels. And yes, there are elephants, too.
Good gardening and go safely,
