Banyan Fig Indoors

Ficus benghalensis, the Banyan tree, holds deep cultural significance in India, symbolising life, wisdom, and shelter. Its vast canopy offers shade for gatherings, and its figs sustain wildlife. When kept as a bonsai in a pot, it brings those same virtues into your home. The intricate roots and branches symbolise growth and patience, making it a serene and beautiful addition to any space. Easy to care for, it thrives with light and minimal pruning, capturing its majestic presence in a small, manageable form, perfect for any environment.

FSANZ and the Legality of Rare Fruits as Food

Lately I've been super fascinated by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) rules for selling little know fruits and food trees in Perth as food, especially for backyard growers and hobby farmers selling on marketplace, gumtree and at the markets. My curiousity was awaken when it was announced

The Great Moringa Ban of 2025

And why this was a mistake. Have you heard the crazy news about FSANZ banning the sale of the ultimate backyard superfood, Moringa? This has to be the most bizarre news in food science lately. Moringa is now completely illegal to import and sell as a retail food item in

How Things Really Work

Ever think you know how a simple wheelbarrow works until someone asks you to fix or rebuild one? That is the illusion of explanatory depth. We walk through life thinking we understand complex systems far better than we actually do. It's our brain's fault sparing us

Avocado Pit of Knowledge

Plant several avocado seeds because sometimes magic happens. I have seen amazing fruit on seed grown avocados. If you have space, give 100 seeds scattered around the place a shot. It's really a set and forget excercise as long as you bury the seeds in an irrigated area.

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FSANZ and the Legality of Rare Fruits as Food

The Great Moringa Ban of 2025

How Things Really Work

Avocado Pit of Knowledge