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After the fickle weather we have had this spring, it is a wonder that the plants know what season it is supposed to be. Trying to establish cucumbers has been a challenge, as has knowing when to water. Maybe the

Optimism is in the air, and plants are loving the warming soil. It is still tadpole and orchid season (Pareip) in Naarm, Melbourne. The Japanese maples are looking extra special, clothed in their delicate new leaves. Kangaroo paws are starting

August is the season for change. In Aboriginal seasons, this is Guling – when orchids start to bloom. The season of change brings out the drama queens in the garden. You have the purple and gold of the Hardenbergia and

In July we are at the end of Waring or Wombat season. This is the time for the lowest temperatures and highest rainfall. A time when the wombats come out to catch the sun’s rays, and the male lyrebirds are

June, when the days are short and cold and the branches are bare. The Grevilleas are putting on a brave display – entertaining us all and feeding the birds and the bees. The Correas too may well continue for a

Autumn foliage is at its most stunning. The cold days and nights bring out the deep reds, oranges and buttery yellows in our wonderful deciduous trees. It is not just the eyes which can feast, the Katsura tree throws off

Thank goodness the heat of summer is firmly in the rear view mirror. We are all hoping for some soil soaking rain. Once that arrives, we have the perfect conditions for growing plants. Autumn is a great time to plant

Is autumn the new spring? With the changes in climate leading to hotter summers here in Melbourne, it is sensible to plant in autumn, allowing plants a longer time to establish before the onslaught of the summer heat. The combination

Last month’s frequent rain and warm temperatures were an unexpected boon to the garden, leaving many of us wondering what happened to El Niño. February is your last chance of the summer to revitalise the vegie patch by planting out

I have always thought of January as time to enjoy the garden rather than work in the garden. After all, the holiday season should mean a holiday not just from your job but from as many everyday chores as possible,