Spring is almost here so it is time to get planting. Putting plants into the ground now will allow them time to establish before the summer heat kicks in. When planting in a fenced garden, plant guards aren’t so necessary. They would help to keep pets and balls from damaging the plants, but the main use for guards is to protect from kangaroos and wallabies.
The Processionary Caterpillars of the Bag-shelter Moth. One of the casualties of the recent extreme rain events in my garden was an acacia tree which could no longer stand upright in the sodden ground.
Here is a follow up from last month’s pruning article.
The topic of herbicide strength has been touched on before. However, incorrect dilution of herbicides is a very common mistake so, this article will help to explain why concentration is important.
After a hot, humid summer, the heat has started to ease off this past week. For me, that indicates it is the time for one of my twice yearly major prunes and a good time to start planting.
Gardeners love visiting nurseries and most of us have brought plants home before we are ready to plant them out. Read on for some tips for storing and keeping potted plants alive.