In here we have links to different gardening, bed preparation, gardening idea, inspiration, helpful tips and general gardening informationVegetable to Plant in Summer Perth; What we are GrowingWe here at Backyard Gardening Australia have two main times of planting of vegetable … [Read more...] about Gardening Methods, Ideas and Tips
In The Garden
How to Grow Cape Gooseberry in Western Australia
The cape gooseberry belongs to the nightshade family. It has got to be one of the easiest fruits to grow in the garden and is self-pollinating. It has heart shaped leaves and produces small round edible berries inside of husks. The plants seem to survive on neglect and yet … [Read more...] about How to Grow Cape Gooseberry in Western Australia
How to Control Aphids on Citrus Trees
Last year, after returning from a 6-week holiday, we noticed our Tahitian lime tree infested with black aphids. We have had small outbreaks before which are easily controlled but nothing like this. Here is how we control them.What are aphids?Aphids are small soft-bodied … [Read more...] about How to Control Aphids on Citrus Trees
How to Grow Jerusalem Artichokes: Learn to Grow a Nutritional Powerhouse
Jerusalem artichoke is also known as sunchoke, earth apple and sunroot and produces an edible tuber similar looking to ginger. The plant produces a long stem that has a flower like a sunflower only smaller. The tubers are sweet with a nutty creamy flavour. Jerusalem artichokes … [Read more...] about How to Grow Jerusalem Artichokes: Learn to Grow a Nutritional Powerhouse
How to Grow Pumpkins in Western Australia
Pumpkins are a great vegetable to grow in the garden, they are easy to grow, keep for a long time and the golden flesh they have is just delicious whether it's roasted, in a soup or a salad.Choosing your variety of pumpkin to growThere are many varieties of pumpkins to grow and … [Read more...] about How to Grow Pumpkins in Western Australia