Spring has definitely sprung. Warmer day and cool nights. Lots of rain. Lots to do. Weeding and Mulching. Let’s get our gardens ready for Summer! Weeding As there has been rain, weeding is not too hard. Hand weeding is a must. It takes longer but it is much more beneficial to the soil and environment. … Continue reading Weeding and Mulching
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The indoor plant tends to get forgotten about in the hustle bustle of everyday life. However as the grey skies loom and we're stuck indoors, its understandable if we want a bit of green in our lives. It's not as hard as it sounds. If you don't have any "nice" pots to display indoors, why not turn … Continue reading The Indoor Plant
Great time to do weeding after rain. The weeds are easily removed! In some areas, the rain is not enough. It hasn't penetrated down too far. Only a small amount of surface water. Doesn't get down to the roots of the plants and trees that actually need the water. Weeds on the other hand; they … Continue reading Rain + Sun = Weeds
Spring is just around the corner...the beginning of new life. The buds are amongst us.
Frosts in Melbourne can make the grass icy; the windscreens on car's scratchy and burn soft fleshed plants. Preparation is the key, if aware of the future frosts. For example, place frost intolerant plants under cover to protect them. Some plants that need this preparation are the following: Impatiens sodenii. This plant is a fleshy … Continue reading Frosts in Melbourne
Its that time of year again...the dreaded...Winter... Rose pruning. Equipment needed: Sharp secateurs Saw loppers methylated spirits Gloves 2. Before Starting: The methylated spirits are for spraying your implements before every job. Cross contamination of rose blight and other nasties is discouraged. Ensure all equipment is clean and sharp. Wear appropriate gloves. … Continue reading Pruning Roses
PART 1 - THE BASICS If you're living in a townhouse or in the city or inner city, you may not have too much of a back yard. It may have no lawn, only concrete or tiles. This should not be an excuse not to jazz up your space. Please note, a future post will … Continue reading Small Spaces
Happy Autumn, It's the time of year when the morning's are cool and it gets warmer throughout the day. The mornings are cloudy, overcast and then flourish into a sunny day. The last of the tomatoes are emerging, as well as capsicums and chilies. Obviously, it depends of the variety of these species. Roses need to … Continue reading Autumn
Mulching maketh the garden! Its great ro suppress weeds. Great to keep moisture in and it looks great. It is proven that if selling your house, if you mulch, you can add up tp $10,000 to your house. Its good for plants and soil. However don't rely on it for adding anything beneficial. You still … Continue reading Mulching
I have been away and have noticed that even though we have been getting rain, its not enough. Driving through the flat state of Victoria, it was all the same dull, lifeless colour. So incredibly dry. Every now and again, there would be a dark green paddock. Lucerne. Such a vibrant colour. Closer to the … Continue reading Salty Air
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