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A potted garden of Asian veges

14 Dec 21
Nathan Shiu has created an oasis of plenty in his steeply sloping garden on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula, including many Asian vegetables not seen in most back yards. This grandad has hit upon a great model to make gardening easier for older people while also supporting the health of the younger generation. Dee Pignéguy pays a visit to find out more.
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Bounty and busyness in the summer garden

14 Dec 21
Summer gardening tips and tasks, by Diana Noonan The…
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Organic weed solutions

26 Oct 21
There is an unfortunate trend online of people recommending…
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Nurture, blossom and grow!

22 Oct 21
Tips and tasks for the November-Decembermāra, by Diana Noonan The…
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Worms at your service

21 Oct 21
Anyone can be a farmer! Worm farming is a great way process…
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Captivated by quinoa

24 Aug 21
As Diana Noonan has discovered, quinoa is…
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Spring into the garden

24 Aug 21
Tips and tasks for the September–October māra, by Diana Noonan The…
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Empowering beginner gardeners

24 Aug 21
For many years Lily White and Ami Kennedy of…
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A taniwha in the garden

30 Jun 21
Living willow sculptures can add fun, exploration and even…
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Compost solutions for urban renters

29 Mar 21
How easy is it for urban renters to compost their food scraps?…
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Keep your garden safe from killer compost

19 Nov 20
When Minette Tonoli's lifelong dream finally came true, moving…
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How to grow olives

01 May 17
By Denise Cox  First published in Organic NZ May/June…
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Is your soil toxic?

01 Sep 14
Organic NZ Magazine: September/October 2014 Section:…
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Naturally Clean: Soap Nut Tree

01 Sep 08
Organic NZ Magazine: September/October 2008 Section: Health…
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To compost or not to compost

01 Sep 07
Organic NZ Magazine: September/October 2007 Section: Gardening Author:…
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Growing seed for harvest 4: Carrots and brassicas

01 Jan 06
Organic NZ Magazine: January/February 2006 Author: Annie Wilson…
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Growing seed for harvest 3: Leeks, celery and cucurbits

01 Nov 05
Organic NZ Magazine: Growing seed for harvest 3: Leeks, celery…
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Growing seed for harvest 2: Beans, corn and tomatoes

01 Sep 05
Organic NZ Magazine: September/October 2005 Section: Farming…
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Growing seed for harvest 1: Introduction & Lettuce

01 Jul 05
Organic NZ Magazine: July/August 2005 Section: Farming…
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Organic Asparagus: Yield way above conventional

01 May 05
Organic NZ Magazine: May/June 2005 Author: Annie Wilson   On…
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