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   * About Kathy
   * About MPBY
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 * Shop
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   * Workshops & Speaking
   * Garden Tours
   * Community Gardens
   * Garden Consultations
   * Garden Design
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MY PRODUCTIVE BACKYARD


SUSTAINABLE BACKYARD FOOD PRODUCTION




ABOUT KATHY


MY PRODUCTIVE BACKYARD

Kathy grew up on a small mixed farm in southwestern NSW. Out of necessity, the
pretty was relatively self-sufficient in their meat, eggs, milk and vegetable
needs.

Growing up in this environment and living in a small rural community was a
natural progression into tertiary education in Agricultural Science, majoring in
economic Horticulture crops such as fruit, vegetables and cut flowers.

In 1993 she ran her first community vegetable gardening course and, over the
years, has delivered courses and helped set up vegetable gardens at many
schools, community centres and community gardens.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING
IN THE GARDEN


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LATEST BLOG POSTS


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THE IDEAL KITCHEN GARDEN DESIGN FOR MAXIMUM FOOD PRODUCTION

  This is my version of the ultimate space efficient ideal kitchen garden design
for maximum food production. It can be used in a variety of spaces where it is
necessary to get maximum production from minimal area. This plan is specifically
for an enclosed...

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PRUNING COOL CLIMATE FRUIT TREES.

Here is a quick overview of the basic pruning requirements for the most common
cool climate fruit trees. You can read my other posts on Pruning Fruiting Trees
and Pruning: Equipment Needed here. It is always a good idea to have someone
show you how to prune and point...

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BACKYARD FRUIT GROWING.

Photo sourced from nurseriesonline   If you would like to try growing your own
fruit such as peaches, apples, blackberries and raspberries now this is the time
to get into nurseries and check out their bare-rooted stock. Even in the
smallest of backyards there is...

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THINK ABOUT GROWING MORE THAN JUST ANNUAL VEGETABLES – PERENNIAL FOOD PRODUCING
PLANTS.

Often when we are thinking about sustainable food production, we can become
focused on the annual vegetable garden, and although I believe it is an integral
part of any productive backyard, I also feel that we should not neglect those
perennial plants that will...

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PRUNING: EQUIPMENT NEEDED.

For successful pruning to occur it is important to use the right equipment.
Using the right equipment for the pruning task you have will mean that the task
will be easier for you and the wounds inflicted on the plant will heal quickly
maintaining the health of your...

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HOW I AM USING THE VERTICAL SPACE CREATED BY MY VEGETABLE GARDEN ENCLOSURE.

It has been nearly 12 months since I installed a steel and mesh enclosure over
my vegetable garden. My initial reaction was “wow how easy is it now to access
and work in the space” but with time I have started to see the advantages of the
structure for use in vertical...

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WHY GROW PERENNIAL VEGETABLES.

Perennial vegetables are a great way to supplement your annual vegetable
production with very little effort. You plant them once, then get a harvest year
after year with very little maintenance.   They are generally more drought
tolerant and need less care than...

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PRUNING FRUITING TREES

Pruning is the process of removing parts of a plant for health reasons or to
encourage certain types of growth. Not all food bearing plants require pruning,
whereas some species benefit greatly if pruned correctly and pruning
requirements are often specific to the...

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GROWING ORGANIC BLUEBERRIES

  Home grown organic blueberries are just delightful. Compact  and super easy to
grow, blueberries are a must for anyone interested in growing their own food.
Blueberries are a long-lived plant and whilst they are expensive to buy, they
will give you a lifetime...

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OUR EBOOKS, GUIDES & FREE DOWNLOADS!


 * AUSTRALIAN FINGER LIMES EBOOK – A COMPLETE GROWING GUIDE FOR THE HOME
   GARDENER.
   
   $9.95


 * FREE DOWNLOAD – HARVEST FOOD ALL THE TIME WITH SUCCESSIVE PLANTING!
   
   $0.00


 * FREE DOWNLOAD – HOW TO SOW FINE VEGETABLE SEEDS
   
   $0.00


 * FREE DOWNLOAD – SEED SOWING GUIDE
   
   $0.00


 * FREE DOWNLOAD – THE 10 BEST VALUE VEGGIES TO GROW IN POTS!
   
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 * FREE DOWNLOAD – THE 10 EASIEST VEGGIES TO GROW IN POTS
   
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 * FREE DOWNLOAD – WHICH POTATO TO USE?
   
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 * GETTING STARTED MODULE 1
   
   $3.00


 * GETTING STARTED MODULE 2
   
   $3.00


 * GROWING CITRUS IN CONTAINERS EBOOK
   
   $4.95


 * GROWING MUSHROOMS ON WASTE COFFEE GROUNDS EBOOK
   
   $6.95


 * GROWING YOUR OWN SUPERFOOD GARDEN EBOOK
   
   $14.95

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THE SECRET GARDEN

LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS OF NEW SOUTH WALES, JUST 2 HOURS
DRIVE FROM EITHER SYDNEY OR CANBERRA AND 1 HOUR FROM WOLLONGONG.

The Secret Garden is the love child of Kathy Finigan, a horticulturist with over
30 years of experience. Established in 1994, the garden has grown to cover the
entire 5 acres of the property, spanning different aspects and faces of the
property to give completely different growing climates, accommodating a range of
plants.

Whether you are engaged or getting married, have an important event or want to
get some beautiful photography done, The Secret Garden is the perfect location.
With many different areas in the garden, no two photos will look the same.

Explore The Secret Garden


WORKSHOPS & SPEAKING

Whether for your community group, circle of friends or an event, Kathy can
deliver workshops or speak on organic gardening and growing on a wide range of
topics. Use one of our existing resources or develop a completely custom
workshop for your audience, and harness Kathy’s passion for growing to inspire
others to grow their own!

GARDEN DESIGN

From plotting out areas on your property that would be best suited to vegetable
growing to designing a beautifully designed garden, I can offer my 30 years
experience on your own property

GARDEN CONSULT

If you have ever struggled with your garden, then I would love to help you do
better! Whether its a specific plant or whether you want a complete review of
what you are growing, I can help.

GARDEN TOURS

Come and tour my property in the Southern Highlands of NSW and gain inspiration
for your own property, as well as an understanding of how a productive backyard
can exist with a decorative garden in complete harmony.

COMMUNITY GARDENS

From set up, to design and execution, I have worked in community gardens up and
down the South Coast of NSW and I want to bring that passion for growing to your
area.

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