Variegated foliage in plants is a subject that elicits strong opinions from both plant enthusiasts and casual gardeners. Some people love the unique and eye-catching appearance that variegated foliage adds to a garden, while others dislike it for various reasons.Why I have come to love...
For centuries gardens have provided a place to grow food, a place to study botany and nature, a place to grow lifesaving medications and a place to be a sanctuary for contemplation and meditation. Overall, the task of gardening offers an holistic approach to improving...
It is very time consuming mowing and weeding at this time of year unfortunately there aren’t any quick ways around escaping these garden tasks.Check your irrigation systems, adjust for the season. Make sure you double check any lawn pop ups to make sure the grass...
LETS TALK MULCH - MULCHING SERIESIdeally mulching should follow weeding and fertilising (if possible). Like weeding I would recommend trying to mulch one area at a time.Why mulch? Mulch will help retain the moisture in the soil, slow down weed growth, moderate soil temperature in...
Insider Tips for Home Gardeners from a professional gardener I only share this because I know alot of home gardeners follow this page and I want to give you some tips to be aware of when you are employing a garden contractor to do a...
My first task for you this month is to make the time to enjoy your garden. Now that daylight saving has started, take the time to have a walk around the garden in the evening with a refreshing beverage to enjoy the garden or select...
Spring has arrived! I always have a little hesitation about the arrival of Spring. Yes, I love the warmer temperatures and the beautiful blossoms but along with those positive elements comes the knowing that there will be an outburst of growth on every front including...
Paddock treesIf you live on a farm growing trees in open paddock areas can be a difficult task. Trees may be needed to provide shade for livestock or as wind breaks or even to create avenues along driveways. Not too mention revegetation areas.Tree plantings in...
With summer only a few months away and the possibility we are heading into another drought, having a working irrigation system in your garden might be just what you and your garden will need. The most water efficient method of watering garden beds is to...
With the weather hopefully beginning to warm up I’m sure the opportunity to use your outdoor spaces for entertaining will increase too. In the past few years, with the gardens we care for, we have been involved with preparing the gardens for large celebrations such...
