Why fruit growing for busy people is not 9 to 5
For busy person it can seem hard to find the time to fit fruit-growing into your busy schedule – but with some planning it’s always possible.
Farmers’ stories about growing food
Hearing stories directly from farmers about what’s involved in growing food can be very illuminating, especially if you’re interested in self-sufficiency. You’re probably interested in growing your own food, but maybe don’t have a lot of...
Time to bud graft…
A little bit Frankenstein, a little bit God – bud grafting fruit trees in the nursery is the best way to create edible multi-graft monsters.
Making essential oils from fruit trees
Learn from the experts how to value-add to fruit trees and other plants in your garden by making your own medicinal essential oils.
Laura the butcher
It’s been over 5 years since I’ve picked a fresh peach from Mount Alexander Fruit Gardens, but having Katie and Hugh in my home takes me right back to the orchards. I’ll never forget my first day working at the farm on my first visit in 2010, coming from the...