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Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-46194608596771743012012-09-30T16:46:00.003-07:002012-09-30T16:46:50.041-07:00Fruit tree grafting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was a given a piece of Cox budwood from a friend, whos garden was subsequently destroyed in the 2009 bushfire. We have since shared some delicious Cox apples from my tree.<br />
A site worth investrigating is the Heritage Fruit Society who will be able to provide you with the best fruit material, and advice.<br />
You could even go along to some of their activity days at the historic Pettys Orchard in Templestowe, Melbourne.<br />
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Many food plants can be grafted, such as egglant, tomato,citrus,nut trees etc.Have a go !</div>
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Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-41965926279001523192012-09-11T23:22:00.002-07:002012-09-11T23:22:50.302-07:00HARLEQUIN BUGS-Didymus versicolourHarlequin Bugs are just starting to hatch and grow in gardens all around the city.<br />
The population seemed to explode last year, and many clients reporting their gardens invaded by these bugs. They love to hide and shelter in rubbish and long grass. As the weather warms up they start to emerge and breed.They cause a lot of damage to food and ornamental plants. They suck the sap, disfiguring the plant, and also spreading disease. They can ruin apples and other fruit.<br />
Unfortunately hens and other birds dont seem to like them. In days gone by, an spray of nicotine was recommended. However, I have been using a spray recommended by Peter Cundall; with great results. It is crucial that you have a look in the garden now and look for the juvenile bugs. Turn over piles of wood; keep grass short near the veggie patch and orchard. The Mallow plant ( also a common weed) is a particular favourite of the Harlequin bug. Wherever you see it , remove it.<br />
You will see the bugs early in the morning basking on fences and plants. When they are in these clusters ,they are easy to target.<br />
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What you need is a spray bottle, and a strong solution of dishwashing liquid.Give them a thorough spray, and they should be killed quickly. Another gardening friend taps them into a bucket of boiling water.<br />
If you arent getting success, give me a call and I will be happy to help you with thisAchievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-1246687699224368712012-09-07T01:53:00.002-07:002012-10-03T21:52:32.022-07:00UPCOMING SPRING GARDEN WORKSHOP<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Come along to the Wandong Hall, for a great little Spring Garden Workshop. I will chat about soils, composting and getting the best out of your patchAchievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-81266581997585812652012-09-04T19:06:00.002-07:002012-09-04T19:06:42.282-07:00Time to sow onions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Now is the time for sowing long keeping brown onions seed. They are started easily from seed, and need to be planted and grown before the days lengthen too much. They need a sunny spot in moderately fertile soil.Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-58836993575703499502012-09-04T18:30:00.000-07:002012-09-04T18:40:19.732-07:00King ParrotsThese amazingly coloured parrots appeared a few years ago, and seen quite tame. They usually appear the same time in the mornings, and wait for some seed. Their colours are incredible; the males , females and juevenilles differing from each other. They usually live in forested areas and are seed eaters. It is not advisable to feed them bread or non natural foods, as it is detrimental to their health<br />
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Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-55864835522146441102012-08-15T18:31:00.001-07:002012-08-15T18:32:04.138-07:00RosesAfter a 'proper 'winter, most of us in Victoria are looking foward to Spring. The days become brighter and warmer, the insects re-emerge, birds and animals with young , and most of all, the roses start to bloom.<br />
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This Abraham Darby pillar rose is a beauty. At a height of about 2.5metres it is easy to maintain and produces many delightfully perfumed blooms.<br />
A thorough winter prune, and a good dressing of organic material and fertiliser will make the roses look spectacular for the next 6 months.Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-81128962892054801762012-08-14T23:37:00.000-07:002012-08-14T23:37:03.856-07:00mushroomshttp://milkwood.net/2012/08/12/growing-mushrooms-in-a-laundry-basket/<br />
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Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-47440208751276385732012-08-13T19:17:00.000-07:002012-08-13T19:18:35.389-07:00more compost<div style="text-align: left;">
Compost, the essential foundation to any soil, can be created using what some call 'waste'. Pieces of plants or kitchen waste shredded, or chopped small ; then combined into a pile will quickly form a great soil additive.You will find that most kitchen wastes can be composted. If you have tried this, and end up with a slimy smelly mess, give me a call for an onsite 'intervention' and we will soon gert it sorted ! </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A friend has had great success with planting a dwarf mandarin in a large recycled pot. She has used a good quality potting mix, and I have given here a few useful tips. Dozens of delicious friut are now being harvested- right on time for the cold season. A potted dwarf Citrus is a great plant for a courtyard, being simple to grow, yet looking elegant, with its flossy green foliage.</span>Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-33649265650080810362012-07-29T00:24:00.001-07:002012-07-29T00:24:46.554-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The gloomy Winter days seem to continue for a long time, but when we see the Acacias flowering,Citrus ripen and daffodils starting to emerge , we know Spring is coming soon. Winter doesnt have to be a bleak and dull time in the garden. I can design a planting plan that specifically features flowering and fragrant garden Winter plantsAchievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-70318084241489892262012-07-22T23:33:00.000-07:002012-07-23T00:04:56.448-07:00Composting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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An essential component to a successful, and environmentally-friendly garden is COMPOST ! It does take a little practice to get the ratios of 'green to brown' materials right, but once discovered, the successful making of compost takes no more than a few weeks.</div>
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Achievable Gardens has developed and manufactured this tool that speeds up the composting process by aerating and mixing togather all the raw materials. This steel tool is like a large corkscrew that is easily turned into the compost bin (or heap ). It has rubber handles for comfort and grip. Using these Compost turners requires no bending ; great if your not so fit .330mm at handles x 780 long + weigh 1.35 kg</div>
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They are for sale $ 45.00 au., and can be posted for $10-15 in Australia. Other places by arrangement.</div>Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3747312095152724779.post-91278123917197563952012-07-22T22:34:00.000-07:002012-07-22T23:21:10.613-07:00Winter vegetable garden<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Even though southern Australia is in the grips of winter, the Brassicas (cabbage family) are thriving. Planted in early Autumn in well prepared soil, the heirloom Purple sprouting Broccoli will be ready for harvesting soon. With some liquid fertiliser, We can harvest regularily until mid-summer</span>Achievable Gardenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16692196208455341700noreply@blogger.com0