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May 2021 Weed of the Month Indian Hawthorn
Weed of the Month for May is Indian Hawthorn Raphiolepis indica.
Indian hawthorn is an attractive shrub that is seen in gardens and finding its way into the bush.
Where Can I Buy?
With the reopening of Fairhill Native Botanic gardens and Noosa District Landcare’s new Hinter Hub it’s time to update the ‘Where to Buy Native Plants Page’.
Geckos. Native or not?
The ‘churp churp churp’ of the Asian house gecko is a common sound in Queensland homes. This article looks at the Asian gecko and its native cousins.
Richmond Birdwing butterfly can be found in Noosa
This months “Focus on local wildlife” features the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly, Ornithoptera richmondia. Here in Noosa shire we are very lucky to still have some populations of the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly.
Weed of the month Golden rain tree
On a recent trip to Kenilworth (mid April) I admired the seeding Golden rain tress. They are planted in the show grounds and along the streets. With the ends of the branches covered what looks like pink flowers, they are beautiful and easy to spot at this time of year.
March 2021 Gardening tip – Pruning
Its March, so in Michelle’s calendar that means pruning time. In this month’s gardening tip Michelle shares an article by the Native Plant Society of Victoria and adds some local knowledge. Click on the Read more link to access the post on our website.
Native Bee Hives at Local Schools
A few years ago, Bruce Hallett, together with other NICA members, Roger Kelly and Bob Carey, installed a native bee hive at the Sunshine Beach Primary School near their permaculture garden. The students were amazed at the hard work the bees had done in just six weeks. If you are interested in getting a hive, NICA may be able to help.
Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens
Members of UWG visited the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens earlier this month and the weather was perfect for walking and photography. The Gardens looked good, and displays and a coffee van added to the attractions. Click on the link to read the update and see more photos on our website.
Cultivars by Robert Price
In this post, Robert Price gives advice on propagation methods with his preferred method being from seed. This produces a seedling with genetic variability and a new generation of the species which is one more step along the evolutionary path.
Garden Visitors
Blue Tongue Lizards are well known around Australia and I haven’t met anyone who doesn’t enjoy a visit from them. This post includes a photo from UWG member Mary from Tewantin who recently had two inspect her garden and links to two articles from About Animals and Backyard Buddies that gives hints to make your garden attractive to blue tongues.
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