New Zealand Gardening

There’s much to like about the winter garden. Plants that bravely flower, often with a scent. Snowdrops are the first signs that spring’s around the corner. It’s a perfect time to plant Daphne, Cyclamen, Viburnum, Camellia, Bergenia, Hostas and Wintersweet, Primula and Polyanthus.

Weeding can be a little like solving a puzzle. If you look closely you’ll find hidden amongst the weeds are treasures like self-grown flower seedlings...

Spring is an ideal time to sow or plant seedlings for cut flowers and foliage.

Winter is a great time to prune – especially your roses Gardening is both an art and a science, and pruning is one of the best ways to express your creativity. If you’ve ever hesitated to pick up the secateurs, this month we’re starting with the perfect winter candidate: roses.

The joy of just ‘being’ in your garden surrounded by the symphony of birdsong. It’s such a joy wandering in my garden in the freshness of...