What a fantastic week I’ve had since I last spoke to you here in Costa’s Corner on Friday. And as is always the case, it’s hard to believe that seven days have rocketed around. But here we are and here we go!

We often think of vegie gardens and fruit trees as the productive parts of the garden, but have you ever considered growing plants to provide other resources?

Sophie meets a local gardener who grows plants for material for weaving, furniture, fences and baskets. It’s a perfect winter garden activity!

We know that good soil is the foundation for healthy plants. On top of this, different plants have different requirements when it comes to their ideal growing mediums. Find out how you can make your own potting mix combinations to give your plants the best start.

Hannah shows how to get a head start on spring by making a cold frame to extend your growing season.

We catch up Hannah to find out some of her favourite plants and gardening tips and discover why she loves gardening so much!

Costa checks out some lawn-lookalikes that will help you create a no-mow sea of green.

We meet arborist Duncan Young whose passion for ancient trees has seen him take up a new skill - making beautiful furniture from salvaged timber.

Millie transforms a discarded BBQ into one of the most useful pieces of garden furniture, a potting bench.

It's time for more vintage Gardening Australia! This week, we’re heading back to Series 3 of Gardening Australia, broadcast on 7th August 1992. The show features natives from Alice Springs, growing your own asparagus and globe artichokes and Jane showcases versatile house plants. Grab a comfy seat and travel back in time to 1992!

If you thought you couldn’t grow vegies in winter- think again!