Whether you are new to the Top End or new to gardening, these resources are a great place to start.
GULP VIDEOS
A range of super short videos on tropical garden basics including soil science, raised garden beds and tips for growing and using tropical staples such as eggplants and lemongrass. We recommend starting with:
BOOKS
Top End Gardening – Your Practical Guide to Establishing a Productive Garden
This free downloadable booklet created by Environment Centre NT includes an overview of Top End seasons, a planting chart and basics of permaculture.
Tropical Food Gardens
A staple for Top End gardeners, Leonie Norrington’s legendary gardening book is a great place for new gardeners to start. Available from local bookstores, Council libraries or online.
Planting Calendars
Planting & Harvesting Calendar by Taste of the Top End
Vegetable Sowing Calendar – Darwin & Katherine
Ten Easy Wet Season Plants – some great suggestions for almost guaranteed success in the wet.