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Keyhole beds — a design originating in drought-prone sub-Saharan Africa — provide maximum growing space with minimum walking and built-in composting and water delivery in a sin…
Mulch is the cheapest and most effective intervention in the Australian garden. This guide covers material selection, depth and application, the sources of free mulch most Australi…
A net-zero garden uses solar energy to power all its water pumping, lighting, and electric tools — producing no net carbon emissions and reducing ongoing running costs to near ze…
A deep layer of organic mulch is the single most effective tool in the Australian summer garden. Learn the best mulch types by purpose, correct application depth, and the common mi…
Strategic companion planting reduces water needs by creating shade that reduces soil evaporation, using living mulches that cover the soil surface, and building plant guilds that s…
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