fertiliser

  1. 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...
  2. 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...
  3. How to make sure your garden survives when you go on holiday

    How to make sure your garden survives when you go on holiday
    Are you planning a holiday, but worried your gardening efforts might be wasted if the garden isn’t cared for? While it is possible to go away for a day or two without the garden coming under too much stress, longer stretches away, especially during a hot summer, can be catastrophic. The best option is to hire a house-sitter (especially if...
  4. Indoor plant care: How to feed your indoor plants

    Indoor plant care: How to feed your indoor plants
    Achieving that much-desired look of a lush, green oasis indoors means knowing how and when to feed your indoor plants. Surprisingly, more indoor plants die from too much care than from neglect. Indoor plant care is really about learning to the right balance of plant food without supplying more than needed. Indoor plants only need fertiliser when they are actively...
  5. Love your plants: Three ways to show your garden how much you care

    Love your plants: Three ways to show your garden how much you care
    February is the month of love – and in keeping with the spirit of Valentine’s Day, it’s time to show your garden how much you care. After all, it showers you with affection all year long in the form of flowers, foliage and fruit! Here are three simple ways to show how much you love your plants - but remember...
  6. 7 steps to veggie garden soil prep

    7 steps to veggie garden soil prep
    Any experienced gardener will tell you that it’s all about the soil. But what does that mean? Soil provides air, moisture, nutrients and anchorage for our plants, all of which are needed to make them flourish. The better the soil is adapted to plant roots, the better the growth. Not many soils are ideal for growing productive plants without a...
  7. Top 5 February tasks your garden will love you for

    Top 5 February tasks your garden will love you for
    According to the calendar, February is the last month of summer, but it can be very hot and humid and these conditions take their toll on the garden. Over the next few months the weather will cool, days will get shorter and the milder months of autumn will arrive. For now, though, there are some simple tasks you can undertake...
  8. Fight food waste: How to make a worm farm to create compost

    Fight food waste: How to make a worm farm to create compost
    Harness the power of the humble earth worm and flip your unwanted kitchen and garden waste into nature’s own fertiliser for healthy soil and thriving plants.   Why worm farms are so good for your garden Worms are one of Mother Nature’s greatest inventions. These hardworking recyclers take organic waste and turn it into beautiful, sweet fertiliser, in the form...
  9. Preparing soil for autumn planting

    Preparing soil for autumn planting
    The secret to thriving plants in spring is healthy soil - and autumn is the perfect time to give it some TLC.  Like a chef blends ingredients to create a delicious balance of flavours, soil prep is all about getting the right mix of nutrients to create great growing conditions for plants. Based on a one square metre area, the below is a...
  10. Vegetable growing basics

    Vegetable growing basics
    Spring is a great time to grow edibles both from seed and seedling, and the warm spring weather makes everything thrive. But, if you’ve never grown vegetables before, where do you start? The best starting point is the sunniest part of the garden away from competing plants such as trees. Start with a small space say one-metre square to get...

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