Announcing the Hort People website, an Australian green industry job board where employers can advertise jobs and job seekers can find work at https://hortpeople.com NOW HIRING! HORTICULTURISTS, GARDENERS, LANDSCAPERS, TEAM LEADERS, STUDENTS & BEGINNERS. Hort People is run by Daniel Fuller, the host of the […]
Category: Guest Posts
4 Ways to Take Better Care of Your Lawn and Gardening Equipment
This post is contributed and may contain affiliate links When it comes to keeping your lawn looking great, there are a few simple things you can do to make the process a little bit easier. From taking better care of your lawn mower to watering […]
10 Ways You Can Use Your Garden to Make Some Extra Money
This post is contributed and may contain affiliate links If you have a green thumb and love spending time outdoors, why not put your skills to good use and earn some extra money? With a little effort, you can turn your garden into a veritable […]
Plants Grow Here Podcast, Ep.70 Enhance Your Urban Yield – Angelo Eliades (Deep Green Permaculture)
I was invited to talk on the Plants Grow Here podcast with Daniel Fuller on Sunday 10 October 2021, you can listen to Ep.70 Enhance your urban yield – Angelo Eliades (Deep Green Permaculture) here: https://kite.link/PGH-ENH Episode description: Angelo Eliades is an urban permaculturist that’s […]
Guest Post – Pruning, Trimming, and Topping Guide for your Indoor Garden Plants
Indoor plants add color and vibrancy to your space. To keep your houseplants in their best form, you need to prune them regularly. Pruning will help you remove dead leaves and flowers and encourage the plant to grow fuller and shapelier. If you’re new to […]
Plant Biology Basics – Guest Post by Daniel Fuller
Most gardeners get by knowing how much water and fertiliser to put on their tomatoes, and when. But someone that has basic plant biology knowledge just understands plants in a way that’s hard to describe to people that don’t have basic plant biology knowledge. It’s […]
Guest Post – Should You Get a French Drain?
Despite its name, a French drain didn’t come from France. It’s a drainage system created by an American named Henry Flagg French. It’s mostly used for removing water from fields, but today, it’s much more common to use french drains to avert water from inside […]
What is a Tiny House and How You Can Get One – Guest Post by Molli McGee
The best things often come in tiny packages, and this is certainly the case when it comes to tiny houses. At no more than 500 square feet, tiny houses come packed with functional and often eco-friendly features. There are two main types: tiny houses on […]
Guest Post – How Gardening Helps Cancer Patients Cope
When I was first diagnosed with mesothelioma, I knew my live was never going to be the same. In fact, I felt like it was over. I am still fighting this terrible type of cancer, but I have a lot of ways to cope with […]
Guest Post – How to Plan Your New Vegetable Garden Step by Step
Now is the time to start planning your vegetable garden. You might not have a large area yet this is not to say you are unable to grow a substantial amount of healthy vegetables for you and your family. The best of all, having a […]
Guest Post – Permaculture The Documentary
I’ve been contacted by Geoffrey and Craig Clitheroe to promote their upcoming film Permaculture The Documentary. In their article they introduce themselves, their work, and give us three sample videos which I’d like to share. I personally found the Permaculture Documentary : Jodie Venetti video […]
Guest Post – A Little Green Goes a Long Way: Plants Perfect for Your Office
Here is a guest article written by Eugene Feygin and provided by Quill.com! While your office may not be your sanctuary, a few simple changes can positively affect the way you feel and work. For starters, you can add a little life to your workspace […]
Guest Post – Your Herb Garden Harvest – Creative Ways to Use Your Herb Bounty
Here is a guest article written by Chris McLaughlin and provided by Fix.com! When beginner gardeners ask me which plants are hardy and forgiving, my answer is always herbs. If a busy gardener asks me which plants will thrive in near-neglect, my answer is herbs. […]
Guest Post – A Personal Permaculture
Guest Article by Samantha LangloisProgram Coordinator, Organic Life Guruwww.organiclifeguru.com The Permaculture movement has a well-educated and passionate following of dedicated practitioners. It also is terribly misunderstood by mainstream modern culture. The term ‘permaculture’ may indeed be one of the most misunderstood terms thrown around by […]
Guest Post – The Chicken Coop Checklist
Here is a guest article from Jack Smith from Gardenaholic.com! Sustainability is something that’s close to my heart, so when I started looking into keeping chickens I was shocked at how confusing it seemed. I just wanted to know how to build a chicken coop […]
Easy Crop Rotation For Your Garden
Here’s an interesting article and graphic that I’ve been asked to share! Rotating crops can help break pest and disease cycles, improve soil health, and even reduce maintenance while increasing yields. But the thought of rotational planting can be daunting. This article explains why crop […]
BIOCHAR Ancient Origins, Modern Inspirations – Guest Post by Paul Taylor
Guest Article by Paul Taylor, PhDBiochar Consultant,thebiocharsolution.com “Biochar, produced in pyrolysis of residues from crops, forestry, and animal wastes, can be used to restore soil fertility while storing carbon for centuries to millennia. Biochar helps soil retain nutrients and fertilizers, reducing emissions of GHGs such […]
The Technology of Backyard Micro-Farming
Here’s a graphic with lots of interesting information that I’ve been asked to share!