May is the month to get prep’d for new fruit trees + shelter trees . A little bit of tree research goes such a long way! As does my favourite stake + marinate, an easy, hands on way of working out what fruit tree goes where before ordering your trees in. Before you plan for […]
How to Finish Asparagus + Prep it for Spring
By | LastUpdated May 1, 2025
Asparagus ferns will likely be tall and green and ferny, and getting in the way of everything – corral them behind a string-line so as they can finish in peace. Letting the stalks wither and go full cycle is a nourishing and important step in the process towards an abundant spring crop. Natures design is […]
April In The Vegie Patch
By | LastUpdated April 1, 2025
Out with the old and in with the new – now! Today! Or you’ll run out of grow time. Make space Whip around and chop down finished crops (hello compost or mulch!) to make space for the new. What to sow and plant in April Direct Sow Tray Sow Direct or Tray Sow Transplant Harvest […]
The Healthy Soil Project #1: Know your soil
By | LastUpdated May 1, 2025
Knowing your soil is the first step on your soil health journey. When you know where it’s at, you can treat it just right. No more guess fertilising at the hardware store, no more pests and diseases from overfeeding, no more disappointing crops from underfeeding – steadiness all the way home. But first you need […]
April Fruit Tree To Do List
By | LastUpdated April 1, 2025
This month is all about caring for citrus, preparing deciduous fruit trees for winter, planning for new fruit/nut or shelter trees, and harvesting nuts. Citrus Care Young developing fruits alert you to pay attention. The adult crop relies on actions taken now: good moisture, thinning, mulching and at this time of year – rat control […]
Revitalise The Greenhouse!
By | LastUpdated April 1, 2025
The greenhouse soil has worked hard all summer – revitalise it before planting the next round of crops to keep health steady. That’s our goal – no dips and dives, just brilliant steady health. Seize the day, my friends!, and get it done before soil cools off. These preps will enable you to crop through […]
