Seasonal Bounty: Asparagus
Delicious simply pan fried in butter or olive oil, the elegant asparagus also features as the star of many springtime recipes. Here are five of our latest favourites.
Gift guide for bird lovers
From the sieving whio to the sipping korimako: what do beaks tell us about a bird’s diet?
Ever watched garden birds feeding and wondered what they’re pecking around for? We got you. Â
Making life easier for community trappers
The Whakatipu Wildlife Trust relies on local volunteers and community trapping groups to look after over 4500 pest traps.Â
Your winter garden to-do list
Winter is an excellent time to take a step back and think about big picture plans for your garden. Make a cuppa and settle in to read these suggestions.
Putting your leaf litter to work
Heather Loughlin of Tauranga’s Amberwood garden shows how she uses leaf litter to boost biodiversity and help plants thrive through winter.
Backyard Bounty: Tomatoes
Just when you thought you'd had your fill of tomatoes, here are three unique ideas to see you through the late summer/early autumn harvest.Â
The strongest link
By now most people are aware of the obvious reasons behind the growing ‘buying local’ trend. Increasingly, it's also about knowing your favourite products will be on the shelves when you need them.