As summer winds down, don't just clear your garden – plan for next year's harvest by saving seeds from your best plants. Seed saving is a direct way to grow your favorite varieties again, connecting you to your garden's cycle.

September marks a new school year, but it's also a crucial time in the garden. For busy teachers, a school garden can feel like an extra burden, but with a little planning, it can become a low-maintenance, high-reward learning tool. Here are four garden ideas to help you and your students transition smoothly into the new academic year while keeping your green space thriving.

All across Australia, there’s a change in the air. The winter chill is losing its bite, the days are stretching longer, and for gardeners, that familiar buzz of anticipation is growing. Spring is just around the corner!

For those cultivating a garden in USDA Zone 6, the generous growing window—typically from late April's last frost to mid-to-late October's first freeze—presents a prime opportunity for a diverse vegetable patch. While many crops thrive here, seasoned gardeners often seek varieties that offer reliable returns with minimal fuss, freeing up time for more ambitious endeavors or simply ensuring a consistently abundant yield.

The school summer holidays are here, and while the promise of long, lazy days is appealing, the reality can quickly turn into a chorus of "I'm bored!" This year, instead of endless screen time, why not turn your backyard into a classroom? A vegetable garden is a fantastic place for kids to learn, grow, and get their hands gloriously dirty.