TINOS TIPS FOR SUCCESS
What's in a seed, and how does it transform from a little pod of promise to a fully grown plant? As a gardener and farmer, TINO CARNEVALE has a lot of experience to share with fellow gardeners who might be feeling a little 'seedy' this month!
HEIRLOOM SEEDS
What are heirloom varieties, and why should we grow some? SOPHIE THOMSON explains the benefits of growing heirlooms, which include a wider range of colours, shapes and flavours, selection over time for your garden's conditions, and a role in saving our food heritage.
STINKY PINKY
That's what the 'real' jasmine is nicknamed, for its intense scent. The more commonly grown jasmine isn't really a jasmine at all. Jennifer Stackhouse explains all in her growing guide.
BEAN MACHINE
Easy to grow and great eaten straight from the vine, beans are a most obliging crop. There's a bean for all climates, says Elizabeth Swane.
TOMATOES IN TUBS
Which varieties are good to grow in containers on a patio or balcony? Phil Dudman reveals the best, with tips on planting and care.
SAVING OUR FOOD HERITAGE
The benefits of growing heirloom varieties of fruits and vegies.
SEASONAL CAKE
Spring means sweet, young carrots and it's always exciting pulling them out of the patch. Now you make a delicious cake using your own harvest!
GROWING GUIDE
A delight to eat when fresh and crisp, beans are quick and easy to grow in every climate.
ACTION PLANNER
What to plant, prune, feed, weed and care for this month.
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE - Time to declutter? Michael McCoy wraps up his series with questions around messy and tidy
- Ever heard of lithops? Steve Falcioni grows them, and is keen to share his passion for these collectable succulents known as 'living stones'
- Native orchids Learn about the work being done to conserve endangered species
WIN
For your chance to win a copy of the September 2017 issue of the Gardening Australia Magazine, simply send an email telling us in 25 words or less, your best spring gardening tip!
Email your entry to: gardening@your.abc.net.au with the subject heading ‘Gardening Australia Magazine Competition.’
Terms and Conditions - Entry is only open to residents of Australia who enter the ABC Commercial promotion between 18/8/2017 00:01 AEST and 25/08/2017 23:59 AEST.
- Only one entry permitted per person.
- Entrants must submit their "Best spring gardening tip." The best 10 answers from all entries received during the promotional period will receive 1 copy of the September 2017 issue of the Gardening Australia Magazine valued at AU$6.99. (10 in total to be won.)
- Finalists will be notified by email during August/September 2017.
- Total prize pool is valued at AU$69.90.... Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable and cannot be taken as cash.
- The Promoter is ABC Commercial
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