Ever wondered why your pets eat houseplants? One school of thought is they do it to calm an upset stomach or process hairballs, like they do when eating grass or cat grass. Others consider it an attempt to remedy a nutritional issue, or relieve anxiety or stress. No matter the reason, it can be difficult
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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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While artificial trees are more popular than ever, and more realistic styles available, there’s still nothing like a live Christmas tree! No matter how realistic an artificial tree is, it can’t compete with the smell and feel of a real tree. In fact, some people believe Christmas isn’t Christmas without a real tree to enhance
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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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