Hi, it's June 27 pretty close now to the middle of our Southern Hemisphere Winter. Has it been cold enough at your place? At the Greenhouse we have in fact recorded quite a few frosts, some I'd put down as quite severe say down as low as minus 5 or even 7 and a few times freezing after rain so the ice was quite thick on the ground. Rain has been pretty rare so far this Winter I'd have to say at least in our neck of the woods we've only recorded I think 6mm over June.

So you must be wondering - what should I plant now? I will give you a hint. WINTER VEG, of course if you wanted home grown ingredients for those hearty winter meals you probably should have planted way sooner, however planting winter veg now will ensure your crops are ready for the picking before its hot outside. Cauliflower, Cabbage, Broccoli, to name a few. best to leave the lettuce alone for a bit, Herbs will grow and last longer in the cooler months, Snowpeas will also do well.

Tip on garden preparation - Build your beds up where possible to allow drainage.

Talk soon.