Here’s a selection of inspiring TV shows, tips on growing fruit and vegetables, and other bits and bobs which I’ve found handy as a newbie gardener.
TV Shows
- Gardening Australia – Providing gardening know-how and inspiration (ABC – iView)
- Gardening Australia Presents – Special episodes on repairing old garden tools and taking care of indoor plants (ABC – iView)
- Dream Gardens – Unique garden designs from everyday Australians (ABC – iView)
- Better Homes and Gardens – Garden ideas, inspiration and information (Channel 7 – 7Plus)
- Inside Dame Elisabeth’s Garden – Exploring Cruden Farm and showcasing the beauty of the grounds over the course of all four seasons (Binge)
Fruit and vegetables
- Vegie Guide – How to take care of your vegetables and soil (ABC – Gardening Australia)
- New netting regulations for households as of September 1, 2021 (Agriculture Victoria)
- Tropical fruit in Melbourne (Bulleen Art & Garden)
- Planning a vegetable patch that produces all-year-round in Australia (ABC – Gardening Australia)
Bits and bobs
- Plant Finder – Find photos and words on annuals, perennials, bulbs and more (ABC – Gardening Australia)
- Top tips for beginner gardeners (ABC – Gardening Australia)
- Five ways to use your garden to support your wellbeing (The Conversation)
- To help insects, make them welcome in your garden – here’s how (The Conversation)
- Green front gardens reduce physiological and psychological stress (The Conversation)