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Country comfort

In a semi-rural pocket of northern Sydney a once-barren block has been transformed into a lush garden capable of many moods.

  • This Month 

    Forward March

    Autumn brings a fantastic display of colour and crispness to the garden, as well as a satisfying harvest from the vegie patch, writes Helen Young.

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  • Practical gardening 

    Easy pickings

    Plucking home-grown herbs straight from the garden is one of life’s simple pleasures. Here’s what to consider when you plan your plot, writes Helen Young.

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  • Permaculture

    Dairy queen

    With her pantry now full of homegrown produce, country gardener Amy Willesee finds a milking mentor to help her toward total self-sufficiency.

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  • Native garden

    Rooftop wilderness

    Exposed to the elements, this once-barren garden terrace has come to life with hardy, colourful, bird-attracting native plants.

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