When the weather reports call for freezing temperatures to come, we begin thinking of winter pyjamas, winter woollies, and household heating. But we don’t always think about the affect cold and freezing weather has on our plants. Today we are going to discuss what frost is, the dangers of frost to your garden, and how
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Our beloved indoor plants offer clean air, free of dust and toxins. They also create a calming, green atmosphere of wellbeing that livens up every home and space. But all too many of us fell we have bad luck with houseplants. Or, even worse, we have the dreaded “black thumb”! Does this sound familiar? You
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We all like our privacy. And this is especially true, now, as we’re spending more and more time at home. With us all spending more time at home, we want to enjoy the privacy of our backyards. If you have neighbours who might be a bit too friendly, or who like to pry, we recommend
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Water is essential for all forms of life on this planet. Our plants, especially, need water to grow. Which leads many people to think that giving your container plants a little extra water, it can only make things better. Unfortunately, overwatering indoor plants and container plants is one of the biggest issues plant owners face.
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No matter how big or small your garden is, slugs and snails are you worst enemy. These insatiable pests can consume several times their own body weight in food in one day. That means a lot of damage to your plants. Snail and slugs can seem to appear out of nowhere, especially when the weather
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Growing any kind of citrus tree in your backyard is incredibly rewarding. Not only do they look amazing, they also provide you with your own, homegrown fruit. In fact, having a lemon tree in the backyard was once part of the Australian dream. Now we have begun experimenting with limes, blood oranges and mandarins. But
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As the mornings are getting crisper and the days are getting longer, it’s time to start preparing your garden for Spring. And, most importantly, planning what you want to grow. Melbourne has a very specific climate which means some plants thrive better than others. Today we’ve put together a comprehensive list of vegetables, herbs and
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Fruiting plants not only provide you with delicious, seasonal fruits, they also look stunning in a garden. There is no better talking point than a beautiful mini grove of fruiting trees. And for those living in apartments, there are plenty of dwarf ranges that can fit your limited space, while still offering fruit. Before planting
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Now is the perfect time to begin planning and planting new plants and flowers in your garden. With Melbourne’s very specific climate there are some plants that will thrive better than others. Start by pruning and clearing out weeds and debris before planting. You will also need to replenish your soil with healthy doses of
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Herbs are one of the popular options for gardens. They are especially popular for apartments with little outdoor space. Not only do they look and smell wonderful, they are incredibly convenient for cooking! There are few things that can take your cooking to another level than always having fresh, seasonal herbs on hand. Today we
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