Common Bugs and treatments No one loves pests in their garden, they can spoil all your hard work and nibble away at your veggies. Horticulturist, Scott Hitchins will show you some lox tox ways to say good bye to these little pests and get your whole family munching away at all your lovely produce. This…

By Kat Lavers September 2022 Would you like fresh, golden-yoked eggs and feathered company in your tiny urban backyard or courtyard? Most people have only ever used chicken eggs in the kitchen, but many other birds have been domesticated for egg production. Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica) are a fantastic alternative in urban areas where space…

By Jessamy Miller October 2021 Chooks are easy care pets that offer you eggs, garden fertilizer and fun! While low management, they will be happiest when their needs are met: secure housing, space for natural behavior, good hygiene, activities to keep them busy, a nutritious diet, and a health plan. The first step is always…

Managing Queensland Fruit Fly in home gardens Have you found maggots in your produce? Gardeners from across Naarm/Melbourne are now reporting the presence of Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF). These devastating horticultural pests attack a wide range of common fruit and fruiting vegetables including apples, pears, stone fruit, feijoas, tomatoes and capsicums and pose a significant…