Citrus
A collection of limes with a few others thrown in for good luck.
A tiny stick received for Christmas became a gateway to citrus growing.
See the collection, and what we do with it
Lazarus lemons
I’ve owned this lemon tree since it was a tiny stick. I’ve not always treated it very well, but now it’s living its best life.
Return of the garden center
On the first day of Level 2, I made a trip to the one place I missed most: the garden center.
A selection of limes
I’m up to 5 lime trees. Am I obsessed? How did I get here?
A slew of updates
Generally, I blog about what’s new, and what’s going on right now. Today, I’m looking back and providing some updates on stuff from the past 2 years.
Citrus update
A round-up of how our little collection of citrus is growing.
Citrus meringue pie
A light, deceptively simple dessert that works with lemons, limes, or whatever citrus is looking good right now.
Making Nana Retter’s Fruit Cake
Last Christmas I joined a long line of women who have made this cake. My great grandmother’s recipe, finally made.
4 things to consider before buying fruit trees
You’ve finally got a place to plant fruit trees—but there’s dozens at the garden centre! Which one do you buy?
How to make your own pruning paste
Pruning paste is helpful for keeping your fruit trees healthy after pruning.
Gran Shirley’s Coconut Slice
A classic slice from Gran Shirley’s recipe book. Simple, reliable, and always popular.
Canning lemonade syrup
When life gives you too many lemons, can the lemonade for a sunnier day. Preserves a citrus glut for months.
Citrus care guide
Everything you need to know about caring for citrus in New Zealand. When and what to fertilise with, sprays, pruning, and common pests and disease.
Weekly diary
A look at a random winter’s week in my life.
Coconut lemon slice (new and improved)
One of my Gran’s best recipes. Now tastier, lower in sugar, and higher in protein.