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Alexanders, also known as horse parsley, is one of those plants that quietly does its job.It comes through in autumn and...
26/04/2026

Alexanders, also known as horse parsley, is one of those plants that quietly does its job.

It comes through in autumn and spring, adding fresh green growth when a lot of the garden is slowing down.

🌿 Thrives in cooler conditions
🌱 Needs cold weather to complete its lifecycle
🍴 Leaves can be used in salads or added to soups

Once it’s established, it tends to self-seed, which is why we’ve had it returning in the forest year after year.

🌱 A useful one to keep in mind if you’re looking for reliable ground cover through the cooler months.

What to plant in April.Autumn in Victoria is a good time to get your cooler season crops established while the soil is s...
23/04/2026

What to plant in April.

Autumn in Victoria is a good time to get your cooler season crops established while the soil is still holding warmth.

This is what we’re planting now, from leafy greens through to root vegetables and herbs.

Autumn in Victoria is a good time to establish your cooler-season crops while the soil still holds warmth.

20/04/2026

Swamp hibiscus starting to come into flower.
Originally from the US, it prefers wetter conditions and has done well here in the forest.

🌺 Big, bold flowers�🌿 Short flowering window

16/04/2026

Native riberries are an Australian bush fruit, usually found growing in coastal rainforest areas.

Ours are in their second year and already producing well. The fruit is small, bright red and slightly tart, somewhere between cranberry and a mild clove spice.

🍴 In the kitchen� They’re often used in savoury dishes, sauces and marinades, but also work well in jams or infused into gin.

🌿 In the garden� They’ll grow at home in a sheltered spot with good soil and regular water while establishing.

👣 On the tour� When they’re in season, we include them in the tastings so you can try them fresh from the tree.

Have you come across riberries before?

13/04/2026

Azarole berries are ripening through the forest right now.

They’re related to apples, but much smaller, about the size of a large berry, with colours ranging from yellow through to deep orange and red.

Originally from the Mediterranean, they’ve been grown for centuries as a hardy fruit tree and were often used in preserves and syrups.

🍎 Sweet, with a soft apple-like flavour� 🌿 Ripen through autumn and fruit heavily� 🍴 We’re picking them now to see how they can be used in the kitchen

The trees are full this season, which makes it a good time to try them fresh.

👣 They’re still available to taste on the tour at the moment.

Azarole
Crataegus azarolus

09/04/2026

Some years fruit trees crop heavily. Some years they don’t. 🍎

That’s part of working with a living garden.

A few of our apple trees are producing beautifully right now, while others are putting their energy into growth instead. That rhythm is normal, and one of the things we love about the forest. Every season shows you something different.

Do your fruit trees give you a big harvest every year?

07/04/2026

Adding nitrogen-fixing plants to a garden can improve soil naturally, supporting stronger growth without relying on synthetic fertilisers.

05/04/2026

Cinnamon yam comes from China and Japan and has been grown for centuries as a staple food crop.

It’s a climbing vine that produces long edible tubers underground, along with small aerial tubers that form along the stem. It grows well in temperate climates and prefers a structure to climb, making it a good option for smaller or layered garden spaces.

24/03/2026

From tree to taste 🍑

Ripe autumn fruit in the Edible Forest

European wasps are an invasive species in Australia and can become aggressive in gardens, particularly in late summer an...
09/03/2026

European wasps are an invasive species in Australia and can become aggressive in gardens, particularly in late summer and autumn.

They also prey on insects such as aphids, which means their role in the garden can be complicated.

If you notice wasps in your garden, small nests are sometimes deterred using soap and water sprays. However, larger nests are best handled by professionals.

Have you noticed European wasps around your garden this season?

A stunning day for an Edible Forest tour. 🌻
06/03/2026

A stunning day for an Edible Forest tour. 🌻

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2164 Melba Highway
Dixons Creek, VIC
3775

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