Here, you’ll find stories that explore and celebrate the beauty of places and people found within green spaces. Plus, loads of practical gardening advice and how-tos.
For Jannine Rickards, gardening is more than just a hobby, it's a connection to her whakapapa—a practice steeped in tradition, sustainability and spirituality. As a winemaker and the founder of Huntress Wines, Jannine weaves her love for the land and her passion for kai (food) into every aspect of her life.
Keeping kids engaged, learning and having fun can be a big task at times. Getting kids involved in the garden is a fantastic way to keep kids occupied, not to mention all the lessons there are to be learned from nature.
Philip Thomsen’s guide to fertile soil. He shares insight into the various types of soil, the importance of soil and how to develop good soil with organic matter.
Nici Wicke’s recipe for Tamarillo Clafoutis - scaled back to be the perfect portion for one person to enjoy. (Substitution ideas for other fruits included.)
Another tasty recipe by Nici WIckes that’s been curated for one person - delicious with Blackberry and Apple or any other surplus seasonal fruit you may like to try!
Two garden spaces, with two clear intentions for each of them - a garden to welcome neighbours and a space for refuge from the busy world. Landscape architecture by BWLA.
The team at Nelson Thomas Landscape Architects are behind the thoughtful curation of this lovely outdoor area in Sydney’s North Shore, where an active family of five and their border collie enjoy entertaining loved ones and spending quality time together.
This Browns Bay, Auckland based garden was designed with the natural world and two young children at the centre of all of its planning and decision making.
A mere concrete slab has been completely transformed into a magnificent garden that serves as a sanctuary for indigenous plants and Australian wildlife - its latest addition being a resident fruit-bat!
Lifting and storing dahlias can be a daunting task especially if you have amassed a collection over the years. Here's the when, why and how of lifting your dahlia tubers...
For Camilla Jørvad, the surrounding environment of her new home profoundly influences her, sparking a desire to transform the garden into a sanctuary of beauty and abundance.
Blossoming flowers dance in the gentle breeze, while lush greenery provides a sense of serenity. This garden, by Ashley James, is straight out of a fairytale book, where nature and imagination intertwine.
After a full redevelopment of this Herne Bay garden, the homeowners now have their own private sub-tropical oasis with an array of ‘Asian-fusion’ inspired plantings and features that are a nod to their own heritage and culture.
In the quaint settlement of Lauder, Central Otago, Gillian Swinton and her partner Hamish have cultivated a lifestyle that seamlessly blends their love for gardening, hospitality and rural living.
With each season comes subtle changes for this endearing London garden. This former parking space has been completely transformed by London-based landscape designer Alexandra Noble, with the final product being a one-of-a-kind small scale garden that has been tailored to the homeowner’s individual style.
In the North Canterbury country town of Amberley reside quantity surveyor Keeley and chef Jen Pomeroy – two garden enthusiasts whose journey into gardening reflects a deep-rooted connection to family, food and community.
