Andrew Steens

We hear a lot about climate change these days and the effects are becoming noticeable, even in our daily living, with ever increasing temperatures breaking...

At this time of year, as the sun sinks lower on the horizon and shadows lengthen, my thoughts turn to pruning of evergreen hedges, ornamental...

I must confess, aside from picking, bottling and preserving the bounty from my garden, it gets very little attention at this time of year, and...

By Andrew Steens New Year has always been a time for reflection and planning. In the veggie garden this is no different; at this time...

By Andrew Steens Some years ago I decided to have all my ornamental gardens set up in raised beds, mainly to improve drainage over winter,...

Flowers have a special place in our hearts for their ability to evoke memories of loved ones; perhaps none more so than roses. I have...

By Andrew Steens Just like a house, a garden needs a good spring clean at this time of year, in preparation for the busy season...

By Andrew Steens This has been a cracker of a winter compared to the previous few years. It’s been a while since I’ve seen frost...

I must admit, looking out the window at the dreary grey sky doesn’t do wonders for the spirit; I’d much rather be in a tropical...

By Andrew Steens I started lifting my kumara crop earlier this month, just in time for winter roasts. I could leave it until frosts kill...