Fungi: Friend or Foe?
Truffle hunters love them, podiatrists hate them, mycologists are fascinated, and gardeners may have mixed feelings. It is estimated that there are…
Pest Alert: Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer (PSHB)
The Polyphagous shot-hole borer (known as PSHB; Euwallacea fornicates) is a pest first detected in Australia 2021 in metropolitan Perth. Native to…
Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV)
Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) is a plant virus that causes severe crop losses (up to 75%) in tomatoes, but also in peppers (capsicums and…
Water Management Techniques for Climate-Resilient Gardens
Australia's rainfall patterns are undergoing significant changes as a result of climate change, manifesting in increasingly erratic and extreme…
Cover Crops 101: The Key to Building Soil Health
Cover crops, also known as green manure, are plants grown primarily to benefit the soil rather than for harvest. These crops play a crucial role in…
Climate Resilient Gardening
Introduction Gardeners in Australia are facing a race against time as they experience the growing impact of climate change in their own gardens. The…
Mastering Essential Winter Gardening Skills
As the cold of winter sweep across the landscape, many gardeners in the South of Australia retreat indoors, awaiting the warmth of spring to resume…
Companion Planting
Heard about companion planting but don’t know what it is or where to start? This video explores how to use companion plants to improve the health…
Citizen Science: A Pathway to Gardening Success and Biodiversity Conservation
In recent years, the realm of science has experienced a remarkable transformation, one that invites people from all walks of life to participate…
A Sustainable Gardener’s Guide to Thrifty Gardening
Creating an eco-friendly and cost-effective garden involves more than just nurturing plants; it's about adopting a sustainable approach that…
Wildflower gardens – What’s the buzz about?
In the quest for sustainable and environmentally conscious practices, gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers alike are turning to a time-tested…
Rooted Resolutions: Our Guide to Making a New Year’s Donation
Rolling into the New Year like a gardener stepping on a rake? Fear not! SGA is your trusty gardening companion, armed with the knowledge and…
Thriving in the Heat: Managing Plant Heat Stress
As the mercury rises, your garden confronts the challenge of heat stress. Understanding how various plants respond to heat and employing appropriate…
Garden Journaling – Slow down to tune in.
As we move through the year and our gardens evolve, there's something magical about documenting the journey. Garden journaling is an art that enables…
The Importance of building soil health for a biodiverse, productive garden
Creating a thriving garden that not only sustains itself but also contributes to the broader ecosystem requires more than just sunlight and water.…