Jun 10, 2020 | Noosa's Native Plants
Many plants produce brightly coloured fruits and berries to attract birds and other animals who eat them and distribute the seeds within. Last month we had the showy fruits of Pittosporum revolutum. Although they have been well and truly pecked over by now, there are still some about. They are very common but the heavy fruiting season had many people noticing them for the first time and asking “what’s that?” In this post, Stephanie provides more information about the different species that are doing their thing at the moment.
Jun 3, 2020 | Noosa's Native Plants
At this quiet time of the year it is a good opportunity to sit and reflect on how you could make your garden more wildlife friendly. Number one in any wildlife garden would have to be water. Second is vegetation where creatures can perch or hide, and this is where sedges are great, providing safe places for frogs and landing pads for dragonflies. In this post Stephanie provides photos and a poster with more information about these wonderful plants.
May 16, 2020 | Noosa's Native Plants
Acacias are pioneer plants that light up winter with their beautiful yellow hues. Their purpose is to grow quickly and provide shelter for slower growing species, making them the perfect choice to get your garden growing, especially if you are starting with a bare block.
May 8, 2020 | Noosa's Native Plants
Tough locals like the Banksia integrifolia, or Coast Banksia, is flowering prolifically at the moment. It attracts birds, butterflies and other insects and flying foxes, and provides an excellent structural framework in the garden.
Apr 29, 2020 | Noosa's Native Plants
Stephanie lets us in on the delights she found in and around her garden this month.
Apr 21, 2020 | Noosa's Native Plants
Stephanie tells us why the Alphitonia excelsa, known as Red Ash and the Soap Tree, is a must have in an urban wildlife garden. The crushed leaves can be lathered to produce a bush soap that cleanses and disinfects skin – perfect with the shortage of disinfectants, just make your own!
