Surinam cherry (Eugenia uniflora) is one of the toughest subtropicals to grow in Perth. Also those that have seen it before tend to not fully value the benefits this tree brings. Also known as Pitanga and Brazil cherry, this South American native handles hot conditions, looks great as a hedge,
Elaeagnus trees are the quiet achievers of the plant world. They look like they are covered in silver dust, but their real magic happens underground where they make their own food. They are actually very generous neighbours. While the tree uses a lot of the nitrogen to grow its own
Botanical Name: Pouteria lucuma Common Names: Lucuma, Lucmo Lucuma is a rare fruit tree that grows well in Perth and cooler parts of WA. The fruit tastes like a mix of creamy caramel, butterscotch, and maple syrup. It is the most popular ice cream flavour in Peru and Chile. It
Premna serratifolia is a super tough coastal shrub native to Australia, India, and Asia. People call it the Headache Tree, Coastal Premna, False Elder, or Black Premna. It loves the heat, sandy soil, and salty sea air. Its strong roots are great at holding loose sand together on sloped ground.
Micromeria myrtifolia. Sometimes called Myrtle-leaved savory. Other common names for this plant include myrtle-leaved savory, wild mint, or Levant rock-mint. A small, woody shrub from the mint family that looks delicate but is tougher than it seems. Native to the rocky mountain soils of the Eastern Mediterranean—
If you want your trees to grow like they are trying to escape Earth’s gravity, you have to stop treating them like pets and start treating them like a forest. You can hit 2 metres a year easy if you follow the rules. Forget the tiny holes and the
Do you know there is a plant you can grow right here in Perth that actually pulls microplastics out of water? Moringa is the one. It is a hardy, fast-growing tree that does a whole lot more than just feed people. The seeds are natural water filters and they
This is the craziest news in food science ever! Moringa, as a retail food item is now illegal to import into Australia AND sell. You can still plant to grow or own in Australia. The plant remains legal for cultivation, its status as a saleable food product has changed significantly.
Meet the tree that handles our scorching summers better than most of us do and amazingly it's a Brazilian! This is Schinus molle, or the peppercorn tree. It is a fast-growing evergreen with weeping branches and fine, fern-like leaves that let out a spicy scent when
The word sapote comes from an old Aztec word, tzapotl, which simply means soft, sweet fruit. It is a bit of a trick because these fruits do not all belong to the same plant family. They are completely different plants that just happen to grow sweet, mushy fruit that people
Here's the story of the ESALQ Jaboticaba as it appears in the book, Jaboticaba Revealed. SPONSORED Jaboticaba Revealed Learn more The original ESALQ Jaboticaba is from Brazil, and produces large red fruits with relatively small seeds. The name "ESALQ" is derived from "Escola Superior de
Could the greatest improvements to fighting off dementia begin in your garden and the community garden? Incorporating diverse fruits, herbs, and vegetables in your diet can reduce dementia risk. Replace alcohol with herbal teas like lemon balm or chamomile for better sleep and brain health. Blueberries, blackberries, and pomegranates offer