Tag Archives: native plants
A Community Building Toolkit for Bay of Plenty, New Zealand: Cultivating Edible Landscapes Together
1. Introduction: Sowing Seeds for Community Resilience
The Vision of Community Food Forests in the Bay of Plenty
Community food forests, also referred to as forest gardens, represent a holistic approach to land management that draws inspiration from natural forest ecosystems.1 Unlike conventional ...
Integrating Native Plants into Your Urban Food Forest for Enhanced Biodiversity
Welcome to the Troppo.nz blog! Today, we're diving into a fantastic way to make your urban food forest even more vibrant and beneficial: by weaving in some of our amazing native New Zealand plants. You might be thinking, "Food forest? Native plants? Do they even go together?" The answer is a resound...
Attracting Pollinators to Your Urban Food Forest: Essential Plants and Techniques
Welcome, green thumbs and aspiring urban farmers! Here at Troppo.nz, we believe that even in the heart of our towns and cities, we can cultivate thriving food forests bursting with life. A crucial ingredient for a successful and productive urban food forest is a healthy population of pollinators. Th...
“Weeding for Wildlife: Help Restore Kotukutuku Gully!”
Join the Kotukutuku Gully Weeding Bee and Make a Difference
Nature needs a helping hand, and you can be part of the solution! The Maketū Wetland Society (MOWS), in collaboration with the Kotukutuku Gully group, invites you to a hands-on conservation event to tackle pesky pest plants and restore the...
🌿 Te Puke’s Green Gems: A Day of Community and Cultivation 🌿
On Sunday, March 16th, the Bay of Plenty buzzed with excitement as local community gardens opened their gates for a special event. Among these verdant havens, two Te Puke treasures stood out: the Te Puke Community Garden and Giggles Te Puke Early Learning Centre. But that’s not all—Troppo’s very own...
Understanding and Applying SMART Goals to Garden Maintenance and Food Forests
SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. This framework is widely used to set clear, actionable objectives. Let’s break down each component:
Specific: Goals should be clear and specific, answering the questions of who, what, where, when, an...
A little guidance on selecting plants for a specific purpose, such as privacy screening, erosion control, and attracting wildlife in New Zealand
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...
Plant Swaps and Community Gardens: Engaging with local plant enthusiasts through plant swaps and community gardening projects to share knowledge and resources.
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...
Fundamental Principles of Garden Design and Their Application in a New Zealand Home Garden
Designing a home garden involves more than just planting a variety of flowers, vegetables, and trees. Applying the principles of garden design—balance, proportion, unity, and rhythm—ensures that your garden is aesthetically pleasing, functional, and harmonious with its surroundings. Here’s how you c...
Transforming Your Kiwi Backyard: Landscaping Trends in New Zealand
Ready to give your Kiwi backyard a fresh, modern makeover? New Zealand is embracing some fantastic landscaping trends that blend style, sustainability, and functionality. Whether you're looking to create a peaceful retreat or an entertainment hotspot, these ideas will help you transform your outdoor...
DIY Landscaping Projects to Enhance Your New Zealand Garden
Welcome to the ultimate guide for transforming your New Zealand garden into a spectacular oasis! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a newbie with a green thumb, we've got a bunch of fun and creative DIY landscaping projects to make your outdoor space shine. Let's dive in!
1. Create Stunning Gard...
