Tips & Advice

How to Control Cabbage Moths, Butterflies and Caterpillars
Read More: How to Control Cabbage Moths, Butterflies and CaterpillarsHome grown brassicas such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, Brussel sprouts, Savoy cabbage, kohlrabi, rocket and mustard greens are a popular choice for any vegetable garden. They are delicious eaten fresh from the garden – for both humans and pests! Just when the plants are at their most delectable, the brassica loving cabbage moths and…

How to Control Chilli Thrip in Perth
Read More: How to Control Chilli Thrip in PerthLearn how to control chilli thrip in Perth and Western Australian conditions, including pruning, insecticidal soaps, horticultural oils and systemic insecticide.

How to Control Citrus Gall Wasp
Read More: How to Control Citrus Gall WaspHave you noticed strange lumps appearing on the branches of your citrus trees? This is usually a tell-tale sign of Citrus Gall Wasp. This is an Australian native insect from NSW and Queensland that affects all citrus. It is now an established pest across Perth. The adult wasp lays its eggs inside the stem of…

How to Control Fruit Fly in Perth
Read More: How to Control Fruit Fly in PerthLearn how to control fruit fly in Perth and Western Australian conditions, this guide covers options such as baiting, trapping and netting.

How to Control Mealybug in Perth
Read More: How to Control Mealybug in PerthLearn how to control mealy bug in Perth and Western Australian conditions, including identification, treatment and prevention.

How to Control Psyllids in Perth
Read More: How to Control Psyllids in PerthLearn how to control psyllids in Perth and Western Australia, including pruning, insecticidal soaps, horticultural oils and systemic insecticide.

How to Control Root Knot Nematodes in Perth
Read More: How to Control Root Knot Nematodes in PerthLearn how to control root knot nematodes in Perth gardens, which can abound in sandy unimproved soils.

How to Control Spider Mite indoors and out
Read More: How to Control Spider Mite indoors and outLearn how to control spider mite on indoor plants and in the garden., plus tips for prevention.

How to Grow Apples in Perth
Read More: How to Grow Apples in PerthApples are a perfect tree for any size home garden. These old-fashioned staples are both pretty and practical. For many, they evoke a nostalgic feel of homegrown simplicity. There are plenty of varieties available, from the crunchy red flesh of ‘Crimson Crisp’ to the traditional cooking apple ‘Granny Smith’. All apples require a ‘cross pollinator’…

How to Grow Artichokes in Perth
Read More: How to Grow Artichokes in PerthLearn how to grow Artichoke, an unusual vegetable that can be surprisingly rewarding to grow in a Mediterranean climate like Perth.