Bok choy ( Brassica rapa ) is known for being a fast growing and nutritious vegetable.  Most bok choy varieties are relatively small and goo...

I wrote a previous post about my goldfish barrelponics .  It started getting too long so I am writing a second update with plants that work ...

I have had a barrel with ten shubunkin goldfish for a little under two years.  Time really flies.  I think it is time to do an update on ho...

The orchard swallowtail butterfly ( Papilio aegeus ) is a native Australian butterfly that is rather beautiful and relatively common.   The ...

I love berry season.   Berry season came late to Australia this year, but is worth the wait!   Below are some photos of our berries.  They t...

I have grown pineapple sage ( Salvia elegans ) for years.  It is such a great edible herb that smells incredible and apparently has some med...

I have never grown ivy ( Hedera helix ) from seed before.  In fact, I don't think I have ever grown ivy.  I am growing ivy from seed now...

I like dark purple carrots.  Unfortunately there are few varieties of purple carrots in Australia, and  many of the purple carrots have love...