14 Jul
Kids Garden Corner

🌟 What’s a Cherimoya Fruit? 🌟

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Hey there, garden adventurers! 🌿 Meet Leilani, a young kiwi who absolutely loves her backyard garden. Today, she's going to take us on a fun journey to discover a special fruit called the Cherimoya! 🍈 👩‍🌾 Who is Leilani? 👩‍🌾 Leilani is an enthusiastic kid who spends most of her time exploring the ...
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13 Jul
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A little guidance on selecting plants for a specific purpose, such as privacy screening, erosion control, and attracting wildlife in New Zealand

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Selecting the right plants for landscaping in New Zealand requires considering the specific purpose of the landscaping project. Here are some recommendations for different purposes: Privacy Screening Pittosporum tenuifolium (Kohuhu) Features: Dark green to purple-black leaves, small fragr...
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10 Jul
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Plant Swaps and Community Gardens: Engaging with local plant enthusiasts through plant swaps and community gardening projects to share knowledge and resources.

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Engaging with local plant enthusiasts through plant swaps and community gardening projects is a fantastic way to share knowledge, resources, and foster a sense of community. Here’s how you can get involved in plant swaps and community gardens to enrich your gardening experience and connect with fell...
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07 Jul
Crop Swap Te Puke region, Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke Region Food Co-op, TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

Growing Up in Papua New Guinea: A Journey Up the Sepik River to Meet the Sepik Tribes

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Growing up in Papua New Guinea was a unique and enriching experience, especially when it involved traveling up the Sepik River with my father, who was a missionary. The Sepik River, one of the longest rivers in Papua New Guinea, flows through some of the most remote and culturally rich regions of th...
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04 Jul
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Quick Guide on Prioritizing Tasks Using the Eisenhower Matrix and ABCDE Method for Food Forests, Gardening, and Syntropic Agroforestry

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Prioritizing tasks effectively is crucial for maximizing productivity and efficiency in your food forests, gardening projects, and syntropic agroforestry systems. Here’s how you can use the Eisenhower Matrix and the ABCDE method to organize your tasks. Eisenhower Matrix The Eisenhower Matrix, also...
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Crop Swap Te Puke region, Events and Community Engagement, Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke Community Garden, Te Puke Region Food Co-op, TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

Cultivating Community Resilience: A Strategic Plan for a Food Co-op in Te Puke

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Executive Summary: This report presents a strategic framework for establishing a unique, fun, entrepreneurial, and forward-thinking food co-operative in the Te Puke region of New Zealand, encompassing Maketu and the wider Western Bay of Plenty. The analysis underscores the strong foundation for s...
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Tamarilloes Cut in Half
12 Feb
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When should I prune tamarillo?

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Question. Hi, when should I prune tamarillo in Northland? Answer. Pruning your tamarillo (also known as tree tomato) at the right time is essential for promoting healthy growth, improving fruit quality, and maintaining a manageable tree size. In Northland, New Zealand, the climate is generally mi...
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12 Feb
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Feijoa Growing Guide for New Zealand: Sweet, Tangy, and Easy to Grow! 🌿🍈

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5 Steps to Feijoa Success Autumn and spring are an ideal time to plant feijoas in most areas of New Zealand. Plant at least two different varieties. Even self-fertile varieties will produce a better crop if pollinated by other varieties.  Prepare your soil with organic matter like compost and sheep pellets. Add a layer of citrus & fruit mix to plant into.  Feed fejioas regularly from spring to harvest. Water deeply and regularly from mid to late summer when the fruit is developing and ripening. Follow our full guide below to a bumper crop of homegrown feijoas.
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13 Dec
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Cucumber Growing Guide for New Zealand: Fresh and Crunchy Success! 🥒🌿

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5 Steps to Cucumber Planting Success Create a support structure or frame for cucumbers to grow up. Choose a warm, sunny spot. Spring and summer are the best times to plant cucumbers in New Zealand.  Prepare your soil with organic matter like compost and sheep pellets, then add a layer of vegetable mix to plant into. Water and feed your cucumbers regularly as they grow in spring and summer. Also ensure good ventilation around plants. Harvest cucumbers regularly to encourage flowering and fruiting. Follow our full guide below to a bumper crop of homegrown cucumbers.
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Basil Plant on Wooden Crate
07 Dec
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Why are my herbs hardly growing?

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Question. Hi there, my coriander and basil are hardly growing - my favourite herbs! Any suggestions? I live in South Canterbury. Answer. Hi there! It's frustrating when your favorite herbs like coriander (cilantro) and basil struggle to grow. These herbs are not only delicious but also add a fres...
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