…g hardy, chives are an excellent companion plant in the vegie and flower patch. Said to repel aphids, many rose growers swear by garlic chives as companion plants. Also believed to prevent apple scab….
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July in your Garden
…ounts of cow manure and mushroom compost to feed these hungry plants quickly. Asparagus and rhubarb are grown now from bare-root crowns in rich, well drained and composted soil. If they are planted in…
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…ific. Most arborists would not recommend this method, as there are more effective and cheaper ways to control Elm Leaf Beetle. Need More Information? Friends of The Elms at Burnley: e-mail foteinc@hotm…
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Advantages of Trees
…ery native tree you plant will become a home or a food source for many species of local fauna. Witness nature at work in your garden for years to come. In recent times, growers have been introducing im…
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…an do so at home, it is simply a commitment you make. Sometimes the plant you want isn’t released for sale until the warmer months, so you may have little option. So when is the best time? The combinat…
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Cacti & Succulents General Information
…other succulents, which is still comparatively little compared to other plants. They look best on their own in a decorative pot. Spiky and architectural succulents Use these as a feature and to provide…
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Trees For Small Gardens
…signs. Espaliered trees create a compact, elegant tree whose flowers and fruit are attractively displayed, and spraying and picking fruit is easier and less time-consuming. Fruit is usually produced ea…
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…larger fruit with thicker skins. Commonly used with Eureka lemons due to their incompatibility with other rootstocks. Flying dragon rootstock – Poncirus trifoliata ‘Flying Dragon’. This citrus rootstoc…
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…ther, do not plant into straight compost. The soil, compost and manures need to be mixed together. Ensure that the soil mixture is nicely damp throughout. Planting: If necessary you can keep your potte…
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