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Growing Plants Under Gum Trees
A common problem with Australian garden is finding plants that will grow under gum trees. She oaks are also particularly... read more -
Tomato Growing Tips
Tomatoes need * Full sun; ie, 8 hours direct sunlight daily * Deep, free-draining, fertile soil * Consistent moisture *... read more -
How to use compost
Five great ways to use compost You can make your own compost, buy it in bags or have it trucked... read more -
Making Compost
Want to do something good for the world and save money, too? Then stop buying fertiliser and make compost instead,... read more -
Treated pine for vegie gardens
This article on treated pine appeared in the February 2009 issue of ‘Burke’s Backyard’ magazine. The bottom line is this: relax! Treated... read more -
Don’s DIY compost tumbler bin
Burke’s Backyard DIY compost barrel What you will need: Recycled olive barrel with large screw lid – Available from some... read more -
Free Horse Manure
Horse manure stands out as by the far the best manure around for soil improvement. It is usually very cheap... read more -
Mini Orchards
If you reckon your backyard is too small for fruit trees – think again! There’s an incredible variety of dwarf... read more -
Don’s mini-fruit tree makeover
Don’s wonderful TV backyard makeover created everything you could need in an outdoor living area plus a mini-orchard of 11... read more -
Water Plants
Water Lilies: In a dry country like Australia there’s something wonderful about water gardens, they’re relaxing and they just feel... read more -
Best Backyard Citrus
Don Burke says some citrus trees are much better performers in gardens than others. If you want a healthy citrus... read more -
Growing Apples
Lots of people of all ages would happily say that apples are their favourite fruit. Whether you eat them fresh... read more