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Hi garden lovers,

I’m Tammy, qualified horticulturist and proud 'plantie', based in the Limestone Coast SA.

Whether you’re a 'newbie' to gardening or a seasoned green thumb, my goal is to help you grow the garden of your dreams.

Check out my blog, it’s jam-packed with free tips, ideas, and stories from my own yard. When you're ready to roll up your sleeves, head to 'The Backyard'. My new paid members area. Members get exclusive access to all my detailed guides, the weekly email 'What's To Do in the Garden This Weekend', and one-on-one Chat with Tam Q&A where I can help you solve your garden dilemmas.

Look forward to seeing you there!

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Hi garden lovers,

I’m Tammy, qualified horticulturist and proud 'plantie', based in the Limestone Coast SA.

Whether you’re a 'newbie' to gardening or a seasoned green thumb, my goal is to help you grow the garden of your dreams.

Check out my blog, it’s jam-packed with free tips, ideas, and stories from my own yard. When you're ready to roll up your sleeves, head to 'The Backyard'. My new paid members area. Members get exclusive access to all my detailed guides, the weekly email 'What's To Do in the Garden This Weekend', and one-on-one Chat with Tam Q&A.

Look forward to seeing you there!

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What Is That Black Soot on My Plants? (Sooty Mould Explained)

Sooty mould can look a little alarming, especially when a plant resembles the sole survivor of Ash Wednesday, but once you understand that it’s the consequence, not the cause, you’ll start to see it differently. The good news is, it’s very fixable once you understand what’s really going on.

3 days ago4 min read

Why Does Water Run Off My Soil Instead of Soaking in?

Have you ever watered the garden… only to watch the water bead up, run sideways, or disappear into cracks like it’s actively avoiding the soil? Chances are, you’re dealing with hydrophobic soil, Let’s gently unpack what’s going on, why it happens, and how we can bring that soil back to life 💚

Jan 163 min read

What to do this Season

Timely advice for everything you should be doing in the garden at this time of the year, and how to go about it. Learn what to look out for, signs and symptoms of common pests and diseases and how to treat them.

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