Use this quick, simple test before planting or sowing, to check that the soil you wish to plant into, is up to the task. Let your soil lead the way in all your planting and sowing decisions. You’ll use heaps less compost, your crops will flourish and you’ll keep fertility steady. How to do a […]
How to Rehydrate Dry Soil
By | LastUpdated January 19, 2024
Dry, dusty soil is no friend of the food gardener. Healthy soil, like a healthy body – begins with hydration. Without it – everything goes awry: soil microbes (the heart of the operation) leave, particles shrink, mineral exchange goes to sleep and eventually, vital water pathways close up shop. That’s why dry soil repels water […]
My 3 Fav Ways to Start a Vegie Patch
By | LastUpdated January 1, 2024
Here are my three favourite ways to begin a vegie patch. All are variations of no-dig, and all grow brilliant vegies with no bought fertiliser. The only buy ins are greencrop seeds and perhaps compost, if need be. The first method, and my all time favourite is – “No dig à la Kath” – its free, […]
When + How to Feed Citrus
By | LastUpdated July 10, 2024
Citrus need 2 feeds: one mid spring – when soils have warmed, and one mid summer. The last, mid summer/ January feed is really important for young trees, to inspire strong growth while its warm, boosting them to be a little bigger and bolder before they take on winter. Natural feed The very best stuff […]
Are Raised Beds Your Best Bet?
By | LastUpdated January 1, 2024
Timber edged, raised beds aren’t a garden essential! For sure, they have their place, but in most cases – yes most cases! – your soil, your body, your plants + your wallet are better served without them. Simple, no-dig beds, without timber edges are easiest by far to work in and bring many more advantages […]
Easy fertility! Reduce your compost needs
By | LastUpdated January 31, 2024
Homemade compost is the ultimate soil food – safe from herbicide/ pesticide/ fungicide residue and full of life! It may seem daunting to make all your own, but with a good setup you totally can. The trick is to incorporate fertility into your garden design. Team that with a good compost making set up plus […]
