Many in Perth grow some sort of fruiting native aspen tree and wonder why they seem similar to a citrus. Australian aspens belong to the Acronychia genus, which is in the Rutaceae family, commonly known as the citrus family. This genus has between 44 - 48 species (depending on the sources)
The macadamia tree is one of Australia's greatest gifts to native plant culture and modern fruit growing. But it's not all Australian ingenuity. Originating in the rich subtropical rainforests of eastern Australia, it stands as the most commercially successful Australian native plant to be domesticated and
Did you know we have a native custard apple relative in WA? Extreme north but totally adaptable to Perth's climate is the fingersop! This rare fruit tree belongs to the Annonaceae family, making it a true wild cousin of the famous custard apple, soursop, and cherimoya. In fact,
Every day starts with the exact same search. I scroll through plant lists, check nursery stocks, and hunt for rare fruiting species on youtube and through old historial magazines ... historical accounts of ancient explorers in untouched lands, looking for wild fruits from forgotten corners. Deep down, I am chasing a
This post is going to be popular. And hopefully the start of refining a new traditional drop for your family. Expect failure and constant improvement... Lots of learning... Before you can master winemaking at home, amateur-style, because making wine from fruit is an absolute gift from nature when you
9:30pm on a Thursday. I was just about to call it a night when my phone lit up with a notification. 5 copies of the updated Lemon Myrtle Guide books had finally arrived. Seeing my fourth gardening book sitting there, now well over a hundred pages, completely wiped out
Have you ever wondered why insect fruit tree nets are white? Me neither. Apparently there's an ideal colour that has hidden benefits. Red. Don't you love science and research! Research from the University of Tokyo and Kyoto Prefectural Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Center shows how red
Great news everyone! The book "Cost of Living" has been bulked up and updated. The new edition should be flowing through by the end of August 2026. Or buy here and send a message requesting the latest version. Living gets pricier every day, but your backyard holds the
Store-bought kombucha and craft sodas come pricey from the shops, but humans have been bubbling up living, naturally effervescent drinks in simple glass jars for centuries using nothing more than wild yeasts and beneficial bacteria. Understanding home fermentation opens up an entire world of naturally fizzy, gut-friendly tonics
Australia has 9 native Garcinia species officially recognised, not including 3 or more naturalised in last 200 years. Botanist Wendy Cooper sorted out the taxonomy back in 2013, adding four newly described species to the list. I'll update this post as more info becomes available. Garcinia brassii grows
What Is a Soursop? First, most are fairly sweet, if you didn't know, you could mistaken it for an oversized custard apple. Most soursops are slightly more tropical than custard apple too. A fruit tree native to the warm parts of the Americas. It produces a large green,
It's got to be the most asked question I get and the number 1 struggle of Perth's fruit tree gardeners. Why did my young mango or avo tree die? How should I grow this tree next time? The 2m pot strategy is the easiest and most