The difference between green manure and understory
Green manure crops, cover crops, and understory all bring great benefits to the soil, but what’s the difference between them?
5 Steps to a Simple Worm Farm
Every household needs a worm farm, and here are 5 simple steps for setting one up with almost no cost and very little fuss.
How to know if your fruit tree flowers are healthy
Learn how to spot the difference between healthy fruit tree flowers and those that are suffering from a common disease that can cause rot.
What should your fruit trees look like in spring?
Are your fruit trees healthy this spring? Knowing what to look for and what’s “normal” will help you stay on track with your fruit tree care.
6 step plan for beating Codling moth in apples
The classic “worm in the apple” is actually the larvae of the Codling moth, a very annoying pest that needs a planned effort to prevent.
3 ways to manage weeds under fruit trees in spring
Spring is the time when weeds really start to grow under your fruit trees. Managing them well can provide benefits for your soil.
Grafting – a great way to improve fruit trees or grow them from scratch
Grafting is a practical skill that every fruit grower needs if they want to grow their own trees or make their fruit trees more useful.
12 ways to make money from your fruit trees
Making money from your fruit trees is easier than you think – and can also be a great way to help your community.
To mulch or not to mulch under your fruit trees?
Mulching under fruit trees is not as good as living understory, but has its place for young trees, or for mature trees if done correctly.
Is organic growing really any better?
Organic growing is better for your health, the planet, and your pocket, as long-term studies by the Rodale institute have shown.
Should you prune your fruit trees in spring?
Answers to your pruning FAQ, like whether it’s OK to prune your fruit trees in spring, and should you remove wood in the centre of the tree?
Do you need to spray your fruit trees?
Spraying your trees in spring – at the right time and for the right reasons – can make a big difference to whether you get a crop or not.