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After another week of cool, damp weather in Melbourne, it's worth checking who's been sneaking into the veggie patch after dark.

Melbourne's tomato-growing season doesn't begin with a race, a public holiday or the first person on your street to plant a Grosse Lisse. It begins when the growing conditions are right.

Just when Melbourne's gardeners had finally made peace with the idea of spring, the weather decided to skip ahead to summer. Last Thursday morning, temperatures dipped to a chilly 5.8°C. By Sunday, Melbourne was basking in a glorious 27°C. And this week, we're looking at temperatures approaching 30°C, before the rain returns and things cool down dramatically. After weeks of wondering whether it's finally warm enough to get our summer vegetables into the ground, plenty of Melb

Melbourne gave us a soaking, followed by a week without much rain at all. Amongst it all we've had chilly mornings, glorious afternoons and enough weather changes to confuse even the most optimistic tomato seedling. So if your little green friends aren't exactly racing towards summer, don't panic. They might not need more fertiliser, a bigger pot or a motivational speech. They might just need a little patience — and the right conditions. Melbourne spring: lovely one minute, c

Ah, Melbourne spring. Four seasons in one day. And at least four opinions on when to plant a tomato.

If you're a Melbourne gardener wondering what to plant in May, you’re in luck.

When you bite into a juicy tomato or crunch on a fresh lettuce leaf, have you ever wondered how far it travelled to reach your plate? Welcome to the world of food miles — a simple concept with powerful implications for our planet, our health, and our communities. In this article, we’ll explain what food miles are, why they matter, and how growing your own food can be part of the solution. What Are Food Miles? Food miles refer to the distance food travels from where it’s grown

As the leaves start to turn and the air gets that crisp, cosy feeling, April invites us to slow down, savour the season, and reconnect with the garden. It’s a gentle time of year—perfect for planting, nurturing, and dreaming about the delicious things to come. Whether you're growing in a big backyard or a few pots on a balcony, there’s so much you can plant right now that will thrive in the cooler months. Here are five lovely things to grow in April: 1. Lettuce – Fresh, Fast

At Eden, we believe that everyone should be able to grow food and enjoy their own green space — whether you have a sprawling backyard or a sunny windowsill. But let’s be honest, gardening can be tricky business. When do you plant tomatoes in Melbourne? Why are your basil leaves turning yellow? How much should you water your lettuces during a heatwave? That’s where Eden can lend a helping hand. Eden is your smart gardening companion, designed to help you grow more, waste less,