Kiwi Gardener

Kiwi Gardener "The magazine for gardeners who like to get their hands dirty!"
New Zealand owned and operated. Kiwi Gardener is a growing resource for all gardeners.

Originally Weekend Gardener, today's monthly magazine offers more than ever before. Features on growing plants (natives, flowers, trees) and edibles (vegetables, fruit, nuts, herbs) are presented as guides to all that can be added to the garden that month. While inspiring feature gardens, community gardens and articles on everyday Kiwi gardeners show us how it's done. Kiwi Gardener connects with green thumbs across the country.

Now our August issue is out, we’re excited to share the results of our 2025 Bird Photo Competition. We loved reading abo...
27/07/2025

Now our August issue is out, we’re excited to share the results of our 2025 Bird Photo Competition. We loved reading about the stories behind the photos, too – thank you to everyone who entered and shared the where, when, what and how that explained the origins of their beautiful images. We hope you enjoy perusing the winners – and good luck if you entered!
It’s also time to put spring in our sights. As winter draws to a close, we have plenty of insight to share about preparing the vege garden for spring, from growing potatoes and planting strawberries to sowing under cover. August is also a good time to plant roses, so be inspired as we dish the dirt on the new releases that may be prettifying gardens across the country this year. And if you want to add even more green to your spring garden, we suggest some ideas for green-flowered plants that deserve a place in the limelight.
If the future holds the promise of potatoes and sunshine-filled days, then there are good times ahead in the garden. Happy growing!

Remember this winning photo? Marleen Eades won our 2024 Bird Photo Comp with this gorgeous photo of a pīwakawaka (fantai...
23/07/2025

Remember this winning photo? Marleen Eades won our 2024 Bird Photo Comp with this gorgeous photo of a pīwakawaka (fantail) in flight. To find out if your entry is a prizewinner in our 2025 Bird Photo Comp, look for our August issue - on sale from Monday 28 July! Special thanks to our amazing competition sponsors: Photogear, Topflite and Bennetto Natural Foods Co.
📷 Marleen Eades

The Zamioculcas 'ZZ' Plant thrives on neglect! With once a month watering, this mean, green, foliage machine will look f...
21/07/2025

The Zamioculcas 'ZZ' Plant thrives on neglect! With once a month watering, this mean, green, foliage machine will look fabulous in any living space. This and other great Gellert's Ltd plants are available from Bunnings, Mitre 10, Kings Plant Barn, Palmers and Supermarkets Nationwide

Go to the link in our bio to vote for your favourite photo from our shortlisted finalists and be in to win a one-year su...
02/07/2025

Go to the link in our bio to vote for your favourite photo from our shortlisted finalists and be in to win a one-year subscription to Kiwi Gardener magazine! The winner of the People's Choice Award will receive a selection of Topflite goodies, including a Penthouse Feeder.

Brrrr! Has winter reached peak coldness where you are yet? Whether you're tucked up by the fire, getting your cosy on an...
29/06/2025

Brrrr! Has winter reached peak coldness where you are yet? Whether you're tucked up by the fire, getting your cosy on and dreaming of spring, or are out there, rosy-cheeked, trowel in hand, embracing the elements, our July issue is loaded with gardening inspiration. We have advice on crops to plant now (yes, there are some!), such as bok choy, celery, spinach and strawberries, or maybe you'd like to sow a speedy crop of microgreens from the warmth of indoors and start sprouting seed potatoes ready for planting next month. We've also got ideas on constructing simple, smart pathways, instructions on creating a pleached hedge, winter-warming leek recipes, eco-minded tips and tricks for reducing plastic use in the garden and recommendations for plants for clay soil. Plus, discover your perfect magnolia match (maybe a yellow magnolia is your destiny!), learn all about the edible and useful native vine kiekie and find out what New Zealand's leading rosarian has been up to at the World Rose Convention in Japan.

Last chance to enter! Email us your bird photos from this wintry weekend, along with a sentence or two about where they ...
28/06/2025

Last chance to enter! Email us your bird photos from this wintry weekend, along with a sentence or two about where they were taken (we love a good story!), and you will be in to win some amazing prizes from Photogear Topflite and Bennetto Natural Foods Co. You can also enter by tagging your entry here with As long as we receive your entry by 5pm on Sunday 29 July 2025, you're in! Good luck and happy snapping!
📷 Barry Williams

It's your final weekend to enter the Kiwi Gardener Bird Photo Competition! Submit your entry by 5pm on Sunday 29 June 20...
27/06/2025

It's your final weekend to enter the Kiwi Gardener Bird Photo Competition! Submit your entry by 5pm on Sunday 29 June 2025 to win a host of amazing goodies from Photogear Topflite and Bennetto Natural Foods Co. Simply email your entry to [email protected] or tag your entry here using Good luck - and don't forget to tell us about your photo when you enter!
📷 Alex Smith / Steve Howard

This month, we were delighted to announce the winner of a trip to the Spectacular by Nature Garden Tour on Aotea Great B...
26/06/2025

This month, we were delighted to announce the winner of a trip to the Spectacular by Nature Garden Tour on Aotea Great Barrier Island - Jen Ryder! Jen has won an amazing trip for 2 to the stunning island later this year, and bookings are still possible if you're keen to sample the magic of Aotea's gardens. To find out more, visit gbigardentour.nz

Our latest Quarterly Special is out now - focusing on all things houseplants! Get on board with one of the fastest-growi...
19/06/2025

Our latest Quarterly Special is out now - focusing on all things houseplants! Get on board with one of the fastest-growing areas in the plant-growing world in this special issue. With plant care advice, design and styling inspiration, and propagation tips galore, we share all the info you need to know to pick the perfect indoor plants for your home. From cacti to calatheas, flash foliage to indoor blooms, we have your houseplant needs covered. 🌿🌵🎍

🌿 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌿We’ve teamed up with our friends Linden Leaves to treat TWO lucky winners to a radiant skincare boost!...
19/06/2025

🌿 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌿
We’ve teamed up with our friends Linden Leaves to treat TWO lucky winners to a radiant skincare boost! ✨
Win 2 x Radiance Revival Trio Sets from Linden Leaves, each valued at $209.99! One for you and one for your tagged friend 💝

To enter:
1️⃣ Like Kiwi Gardener AND Linden Leaves on Facebook
2️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments who deserves a skin revival 🌸
3️⃣ You’re both in the draw to win!

📆 Entries close Monday 23 June. Open to NZ residents only.
Good luck and get tagging! 💫

It's almost the weekend... time to get outside and spot some Kiwi birds in action! Be in to win an amazing array of priz...
13/06/2025

It's almost the weekend... time to get outside and spot some Kiwi birds in action! Be in to win an amazing array of prizes from Photogear Topflite and Bennetto Natural Foods Co. Maybe you'll find a companionable pair of tauhou waxeye like these two, or spot a korimako bellbird in flight... the possibilities are endless, and we can't wait to see your photos and hear about how you snapped your photo. Entries are open now - simply tag here using or email [email protected] by 5pm on 29 June 2025 for your chance to win!
📷 Roanne Hautapu

Sealord Naked is a fish-based all-purpose fertiliser made in Nelson. It’s easy to use and will completely nourish your w...
12/06/2025

Sealord Naked is a fish-based all-purpose fertiliser made in Nelson. It’s easy to use and will completely nourish your whole garden - and from our research with Lincoln Agritech, we know it is highly effective! Sealord Naked is organic, perfect for natural garden goodness. And the best thing, it's great for all your indoor and outdoor garden needs - no need to have multiple types of fertiliser in your cupboard to improve fruit, leaf and root growth. Keep it simple and no fuss: just get Naked!

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