Winter—Hōtoke Archives : Kat's Garden

Choosing seed potatoes

Can you grow the potatoes sprouting in the pantry? How we choose our seed potatoes, buy the right amount, and prepare for planting season.

Avoiding rust, fertilising, mulching, and harvesting scapes. Everything you need to get your garlic through the season, to a good harvest.

When to plant garlic in New Zealand depends on your garden’s climate. Here’s what nearly a decade of growing in the Far North has taught me.

Seal and protect fresh wounds on trees with this no-fuss pruning paste made from common household ingredients.

Shallots are one of the easiest things I grow in my garden, with an excellent rate of return.

One of the worst things that could happen to a garlic grower has struck us this year: rust. So, what will I do?

My top-5 most fool-proof vegetables that anyone can grow.

If you love coriander, then having constant, fresh leaves in your garden can be a nirvana-state. Find out how to achieve it!

Practically everyone loves strawberries! Learn the important things to know when growing your own.

Ever wanted super-fresh peas? They take a bit of work, but nothing compares. Here’s everything you need to know!