Knowledge Base
Garlic, saffron, seed potatoes, winter gardening and answers to the questions we hear most often.
The Quiet Month That Decides Next Summer's Harvest
Winter looks like the off-season, but it is when next summer's harvest is quietly decided. A practical guide to what to plant, the jobs worth doing, and how to garden through the cold months in every Australian climate zone, so spring and summer do the rest.
Which Garlic Should I Grow? A Flavour and Variety Guide
Not sure which garlic to grow? We break down all eleven varieties in our collection, flavour profiles, pungency levels, kitchen uses, and which Australian climate zones they suit best. Whether you're in subtropical QLD or cool-temperate Victoria, find the right garlic for your garden.
Growing Saffron in Pots
Living in an apartment? You can still grow "Red Gold." In fact, Saffron often grows better in pots than in the ground. Discover the simple secrets to turning your balcony into a productive spice farm.
Beyond Paella: Five Ways to Use Your Saffron
Think Saffron is just for Paella? Think again. From mood-boosting tea to golden honey and even skincare, discover 5 creative ways to use your home-grown "Red Gold" harvest every day.
Why Your Saffron Did Not Flower
Green leaves but no purple flowers is the most common saffron complaint. The usual causes, from corm size to planting depth and timing, and how to fix each one for next season.
Hardneck or Softneck: Which Garlic Should You Grow?
Hardneck, softneck, turban and creole garlic behave very differently in Australian gardens. How to pick the type that suits your climate before you plant a single clove.
How to Store Seed Garlic Before Planting: An Australian Guide
Seed garlic often arrives months before planting time. How to keep the bulbs sound through a hot, humid summer so they are ready to plant in March or April.
Ten Vegetables Worth a Winter Bed in Australia
The benefits of using a seedling heat mat
Growing Autumn-Winter Vegetables in Your Garden
Cool-season beds can be the most productive of the year. Which vegetables handle frost, when to sow them, and how to keep the patch moving through autumn and winter.