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Asparagus
Outlines the best climate and growing conditions for asparagus, soil preparation and fertilising required, and harvesting techniques. Common pests and diseases are also highlighted.

Australian Natives
Describes the water saving benefits of planting Australian native plants, with the added bonus of being able to attract birds to your garden. Preparation for planting in containers is discussed together with a comprehensive listing of common Australian native plants.

Avocado
Outlines the nutritional benefits of avocados, and the growing conditions required. Fruit production and harvesting techniques are also discussed and a delicious recipe for 'Pecan Avocado Ensalada" is provided.

Azaleas
A brief history of azaleas is provided together with soil, feeding and planting requirements. Pruning techniques are also discussed with an outline of pests and diseases.

Blueberry
An outline on harvesting, pollination and pruning is provided to grow perefect blueberries in the home garden.

Bougainvilleas
Provides planting, fertilizing, and pruning techniques. Discuss flowering and the varieties available.

Camellias
Provides a step by step guide to growing magnificent camellias. Also outlines suitable planting locations and preferred soil conditions.

Chemicals Around the Home
Discusses understanding and reading labels, handling, storage and disposal of chemicals in the safest way possible.

Coastal Gardens
Provides a brief description on trees and shrubs that will successfully grow near the ocean. Provides information relating to watering, protection from wind and sand blasts.

Cottage Gardens
Brief history on cottage gardens with a comprehensive list of plants to create a highly successful cottage garden.

Cyclamen
How to care for cylamen together with plant history.

Deciduous Trees
Provides an extensive list of deciduous plants together with information on plant growth relating to height and size.

Dendrobiums
Superb flowering orchids that will flower for at least 2 months in your home provided you follow a few golden rules.

Earthworms
Describes the benefits of recycling with worms and equipment needed to get started. Also looks at the most efficient manner of using worm castings in the garden.

Ferns
Covering all aspects of ferns: watering, humidity, soil, feeding, location, division, pest and diseases.

Fresh Fruit Trees
Covers how to squeeze fruit trees into home gardens. Pollination and chilling factors for successful care of fruit trees, and cropping is discussed. Includes a guide to soil preparation and planting.

Fuchsias
Brief documentation on the origin of fuchsias. Outlines the most suitable position for planting in order to achieve great results from colourful fuchsias.

Hedges
Provides techniques on creating different shapes with hedges, taking into account height and size factors. A list of suitable hedging plants is provided.

Herbs
There are numerous styles of herb gardens to choose from and, in most cases, the style of the house and the rest of the garden will be a major influence.

Hydrangeas
Extensive advice on the perfect way to grow hydrangeas, and includes tips on planting and pruning.

Indoor Plants
Discusses five categories of indoor plants and the growing requirements for healthy indoor plants.

Kangaroo Paws
Maintenance and growing procedures are outlined, along with how to choose the most suitable location for growing beautiful,
colourful Kangaroo Paws.

Lawns - New & Established
Guide to selecting the most suitable varieties, soil preparation and watering requirements for both new and established lawns.

Mango
Discusses suitable and common varieties to grow in Perth along with all the "do's" and "dont's" to harvest the perfect fruit.

Mulch
Explains the benefits of using mulch in your garden the and most suitable way to apply it.

Olives
Comprehensive list of what olives can be used for, varieties and planting procedures. Also includes a delicious "Bruchetta Lucaroni" recipe.

Orchids
Everything you need to know about growing exotic orchids, feeding, flowering and re-potting.

Palms
Outlines the varieties available, most suitable planting position and outlines height and size factors to consider when planting in the garden.

Passionfruit
Outlines the most common varieties of passionfruit available. Includes tips on growing, planting and feeding.

Perth Planting Guide
A comprehensive "How To" guide when planting. Discusses the application of fertilisers and soil improvers.

Pond Maintenance
Complete information on upkeep of pond and water catchment areas. Also discusses lilies, pumps and soil around ponds.

Potato Planting
Outlines the most suitable time to plant potatoes, and lists varieties, giving information on colour and texture of each.

Rhubarb
A comprehensive guide to successfully growing rhubarb, and provides a handy tip for natural pest control using rhubarb leaves.

Roses
Step by step guide to successfully growing and maintaining roses. Discusses suitable planting locations, pruning techniques, feeding and pests and diseases.

Strawberries
Outlines eight main requirement to successfully grow strawberries. Common varieties are also listed.

Tomatoes
Provides a comprehensive description on different varieties of tomatoes discussing taste, colour, texture and use.

Water Gardens and Plants
Covers all aspects of establishing the perfect water feature. Selection of plants, pumps, containers and fish are discussed together with up keep and maintenance advice.