March in the Garden
This newsletter is short and sweet. Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable that gardeners want to grow successfully, so this month, I’ve dedicated a new article to help you do just that. I also introduce you to an insect you might see in your garden – the Assassin Bug. Friend or foe? Read on to find out!
Check out my March tips wherever you live. Plus a special download for what to do in your garden in subtropical Queensland for local gardeners in my climate. Planning is just as much fun as planting so think about your design to optimise space. You can also grow microgreens as mini indoor gardens like these gorgeous colourful baby leaf greens.
Microgreens: six different varieties of herbs and vegetables you can eat raw in 7-21 days
Top Tips for Growing Terrific Tomatoes
In my Tomato Growing Guide, you’ll discover top tips for:
- Selecting and growing tomatoes.
- How to prepare your soil.
- Sowing, harvesting and pollination.
- Health benefits +
- My yummy super-easy tomato sauce recipe.
My indeterminate cherry tomatoes produced a healthy harvest with amazing flavour
The Health Benefits of Growing Plants Indoors
Are you working from home or spending more time inside like 90% of Australians? If so, I invite you to read my recent article in Garden Culture Magazine (p72-81). You may be surprised to learn how an indoor garden can considerably improve your health and wellbeing.
Polluted indoor air contaminated by volatile organic compounds (VOCs) is recognised as a major cause of building-related health conditions. These include headaches, nausea, lethargy, nose and throat irritation, and loss of concentration. Few people likely suspect an invisible enemy may be contributing to their health issues. Click here to discover how your plants can come to the rescue!
‘The Health Benefits of Growing Plants Indoors’ p72-81, Garden Culture Magazine
