BHG TV - April 9

CITY FARMING
There’s nothing like the satisfaction of growing your own fruits and vegetables and eating straight from your very own backyard. Joh looks at three ways of city farming. She checks out community gardens, verge gardening plus meets the man who has converted his entire suburban yard into an edible paradise. No matter what size or shape your backyard is there are ways to harvest your own fresh fruit and veg with these inspiring ideas.

FUNKY BOOK NOOK
You’ve heard of furniture in a room, but have you ever heard of a room within furniture? Rob creates a multifunctional and very funky book nook. Stylish, practical and super comfortable, this simple and inexpensive build will become a real feature in your home. It’s the perfect spot for you and your page-turner.

ULTIMATE SPONGE CAKE
When it comes to sweets nothing beats a perfect sponge cake. Karen shares her ultimate, fail-safe sponge cake recipe. Served up with jam and cream the result is a delicate and classic dessert that is close to heavenly.

CYMBIDUM CARE, PRUNE FRUSCHIA AND POTW LOMANDRA SILVER
Pruning, feeding and a bit of care is all it takes for a healthy garden and now is a great time to do it. Orchids and Fuchsias are favourites in so many gardens and with a bit of love now, you’ll get them looking their best! Graham’s plant of the week is the Lomandra ‘Silver Grace’ – one of the toughest natives around.

ENCHANTED BEDROOM MAKEOVER
Kids grow up so quickly and it’s difficult to design a bedroom that will stand the test of time. Tara gives this bedroom a magical makeover that is guaranteed to tickle some imaginations. With some simple painting tips and clever decorating options she transforms this room into an enchanted forest that kids can escape to.

GARLIC
Garlic is one of the most popular ingredients used in cooking today and, as Graham explains, it is one of the easiest to grow. Today there are over 600 cultivated sub-varieties of garlic throughout the world. Graham shows you how and why you should plant this easy to grow kitchen staple.

ROCKHAMPTON WALKAROUND
The Capricorn region of Australia’s east coast is home to an extraordinary hideaway. The Alderson Garden consists of a vast series of seven linked garden areas including a formal Tea House Garden, Conversation Pit, Poem Card Garden and a Japanese Garden. Jason takes you on a stroll through this amazing space.

WINERY WHEEL CHASER
Dr Harry visits Martin, the manager of a local winery in South Australia and his dog BJ who is his constant companion. BJ is obsessed with chasing wheels and with all the utes, forklifts and quad bikes being used around the vineyard Martin is concerned that one day BJ is going to get badly hurt. Can Dr Harry put the brakes on this dangerous dilemma?

CAT EXERCISE
Cats of all sizes benefit from regular exercise. It not only keeps them fit and healthy but mentally active too. Dr Harry shows how the big cats keep active at Dreamworld’s Tiger Island and shares his handy hints on how to get your puss at home off the couch and up and active.

FISH FINGERS
Fish fingers are an Australian classic and a family favourite. Ed’s new twist on fancy, parmesan crusted fish fingers is the easiest way to have your little ones eating more fish and they are perfect for entertaining. This recipe is so simple and quick, ideal for a mid-week meal or dinner party starter.

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More information on the segments seen in this episode can be found in the May issue of the magazine.