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WHAT'S IN THE MARCH ISSUE
GARDENER OF THE YEAR
Read the inspirational story of our 2009 Gardener of the Year and visit her well-maintained and diverse garden in Victoria. We’ll also introduce you to the talented runners-up who have created a sustainable garden in the heat of Queensland. Plus, meet the state winners who impressed us with their passion and innovation in each of their gardens.
PROTEAS AND WARATAHS
These two plants have an ancient connection that dates back tens of millions of years when they grew on the same supercontinent of Gondwana. So, despite coming from different continents today, they still have similar soil and food needs. Angus Stewart shares his tips on how to start growing them and the keys to success.
MEDAL-WINNING ROSES
Every year, at the Australian National Rose Trials, new roses are tested to see which are best for the Australian climate, and a few emerge victorious, receiving gold, silver and bronze medals. Elizabeth Swane explains the rigorous testing procedure that every rose goes through and reports on some of this year’s medal winners.
SIMPLE SEEDS
You don’t have to be an expert gardener to grow plants from seed. Jerry Coleby-Williams explains how seeds are structured, and how different seeds are germinated, and offers valuable growing advice. Learn which seeds are best for beginners to plant, plus how to collect and store them, and pick up a few tips on planting tricky seeds.
FORAGE FOR YOUR SUPPER
If you know where to look, you can gather free ingredients for your dinner just by walking around your neighbourhood. Tino Carnevale reveals some of the top places to pick wild herbs, fruit, nuts and vegetables, and how to find natural garden materials. He also explains about safety issues and the etiquette associated with foraging.
WIN! WIN! WIN!
A family pass to the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show (including a Tesselaar voucher), valued at $95. For details, turn to page 75 of the March issue.
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE
• The project to save rare camellias • Jerry Coleby-Williams profiles the snake lily • Millie Ross shows you the basics of starting a garden on your verge • Stephen Ryan begins building a backyard pond • Maggie Beer reveals her pear-growing secrets • Learn about the antics of the mountain brushtail possum • More designer chook sheds
The MARCH issue of ABC Gardening Australia magazine is out now. Available from ABC Shops, newsagencies, supermarkets or by subscription. Subscribe today on 1300 656 933.
JOSH BYRNE'S LANDSCAPE PLAN
Click here to download Josh Byrne's Landscape Concept Plan for the McLennan property featured in our November issue.
FACT SHEETS
Click here for Tips On Gardening For The Vision Impaired.
Click here for contact details of the organisations helping the Victorian fire-affected gardeners.
DIY
Click here to download the plans for Josh Byrne's story on how to build a chook pen. 'Backyard chooks', page 32, April 2009."
Click here to download Josh's detailed plan to create your own frog pond.
Click here to download the layout and design of Josh's frog pond.
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