The rose season is here, and we have a huge range or beautiful, locally grown roses in store. Neil has a wealth of experience in growing roses, especially here in the tropics of North Queensland. Check out his tips on growing healthy roses that produce masses of flowers throughout the year.Read More

August is an exciting time in the garden as it springs into life after a refreshing cool spell. August brings the end of the cooler nights and although the warmer days are approaching, we are still enjoying mild sunny days in our gardens. Roses August is rose season here in the tropics, when established potted...Read More

Homemade Dill Pickles are a great way to use up a bumper harvest, and they taste delicious!                       Ingredients: 6 lebanese cucumbers or 12 – 15 Pickling cucumbers 4 cloves of Garlic, peeled & halved 2 tsp mustard seeds 2 tsp peppercorns Fresh dill sprigs...Read More

The shortest day has now passed. July is an exciting month in the garden as we watch our edible gardens thrive, and begin to enjoy fresh harvests. It is also a great time to continue to prepare and plant for the coming seasons. Kitchen Garden Keep on planting! The weather is perfect for some of...Read More

There’s nothing quite like fresh berries from your garden. At Limberlost we have the best low-chill varieties and some top tips for you to successfully grow Blueberries in your tropical garden.Read More

Mushrooms are nutritious and healthy, and fun to grow. These Oyster Mushroom kits are now available, here’s how to get yours growing!Read More

The cool season of June brings shorter days and mild, clear days. The heat and humidity have passed, and this is a pleasant time to be outdoors and enjoying this season of planting and growth. The Kitchen Garden Sweet potatoes can be harvested and re-planted. Carefully lift tubers from the ground, avoiding damage from shovels...Read More

Hay Bale gardens are a great way to grow annual herbs and veg if you don’t have a permanent garden space. Elle shows us the process of making one of these handy garden beds. A great project to do with the Kids!  Read More

In our busy worlds that are filled with concrete, asphalt and screens, plants help us to reconnect with nature as we enjoy the delights of new growth, colour and everchanging freshness. There is plenty to be achieved in the garden during May as we enjoy milder days filled with warm, vibrant sunshine here in the...Read More