Gardening

  1. New Zealand Christmas Bush: Metrosideros

    New Zealand Christmas Bush: Metrosideros
    Plants that flower with bold red blooms in early summer are often bestowed with the title of Christmas bush. As far as being red, bold and definitely summer flowering goes, Metrosideros excelsa ticks all the boxes and definitely earns the name of New Zealand Christmas bush. It is also known as pohutukawa. While this plant is native to New Zealand, species...
  2. How To Create An Australian Native Garden In 5 Steps!

    How To Create An Australian Native Garden In 5 Steps!
    Australian natives are a broad and diverse group of plants that are growing in popularity. They're stunning to look at, and you can find an Aussie native to cover just about every garden need. Scroll down for our top tips on creating a successful modern Australian native garden in Sydney! Why plant Australian natives? There are many reasons to plant...
  3. Why you should use potting mix in your pots and containers

    Why you should use potting mix in your pots and containers
    Australia is a leader in the development and manufacture of good-quality potting mixes. Potting mixes have been developed to ensure that potted plants have the best environment to grow and develop. They are used in the production of nursery plants and by home gardeners. Potting mix is manufactured from composted bark ensuring that a by-product of the timber industry is...
  4. The best native climbing plants for Sydney gardens

    The best native climbing plants for Sydney gardens
    Natives are highly popular in gardens, but there is one group that’s often overlooked – native climbing plants. Most cover vertical surfaces such as walls, fences and pergolas, but many also grow as trailing and groundcover plants. Benefits of native climbing plants for gardens include that they are evergreen, fast-growing, attractive to pollinators especially when they are in flower, and...
  5. Spring & summer annuals: Our 5 favourite flowers to plant in spring

    Spring & summer annuals: Our 5 favourite flowers to plant in spring
    Annuals are plants that grow, flower and die within a year. They are popular in gardens for adding colour and seasonal interest. Annuals are planted each year as seeds or seedlings. Seeds are sown one to two seasons before flowering time. Growing from seedling shortens the length of time between planting and flowering, so seedlings for summer flowering can be...
  6. The ultimate outdoor spring cleaning checklist for Sydney gardens

    The ultimate outdoor spring cleaning checklist for Sydney gardens
    Spring is a great time to give the house a thorough clean, but don’t stop there. It’s also an ideal time to spring clean the garden. There’s lots that can be done to refresh your garden and outdoor surfaces as well as getting your garden tools in tip-top condition. Here's an easy-to-follow outdoor spring cleaning checklist with our top tips...
  7. Gardening 101: The importance of plant labels

    Gardening 101: The importance of plant labels
    When you buy a plant from a Flower Power Garden Centre, in most cases you'll also receive a plant label. You'll find it either attached to the pot, printed on the pot itself, or secured to the plant with a twist tie. For seeds, the packet performs the same function. It may be tempting to throw this away, but before...
  8. Sensational garden staples: Set-and-forget plants that every gardener can grow

    Sensational garden staples: Set-and-forget plants that every gardener can grow
    Every Sydney garden needs a few staple plants. These are plants that you can plant once and never really worry about again, as they can grow with very little extra water, pruning or fertilising required. They may sound too good to be true, but these plants really are set-and-forget, and include plants for every purpose from flowers to groundcovers. Use...
  9. What type of fertiliser is best for my garden?

    What type of fertiliser is best for my garden?
    Did you know that garden fertilisers come in a range of different formulations? From solids to liquids and everything in between, here's your guide to different fertiliser types. The best one for your garden will depend on your personal preference, what you find easiest to use and the type of plants you have. In many cases, a combination of different...
  10. Fertiliser vs seaweed tonic: What's the difference?

    Fertiliser vs seaweed tonic: What's the difference?
    If you think applying Seasol to your plants is enough to feed them - think again! There are a few big differences between fertilisers and seaweed health tonics that mean both are necessary for happy plants. Here's the dirt.   Fertilisers come in various forms, including slow-release prills and fast-acting liquids.   Fertilisers Much like humans and animals, all plants...

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