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17 Apr

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Identifying and Managing Common Pests and Diseases in Te Puke Gardens

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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Identifying and Managing Common Pests and Diseases in Te Puke Gardens Welcome to all our fellow green thumbs in beautiful Te Puke! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting to dig in the fertile Bay of Plenty soil, you'll know that along with the joy of watching your plants thrive comes t...

14 Apr

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Creating Windbreaks for Delicate Tropical Plants in the Bay of Plenty

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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Welcome to the Troppo.nz blog! If you're lucky enough to be growing beautiful, but often delicate, tropical plants here in the stunning Bay of Plenty, you'll know that while our climate is generally kind, the wind can sometimes be a real nuisance. These breezes, while often refreshing for us, can wr...

01 Apr

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Protecting Your Tropical Plants from Frost in Bay of Plenty: Practical Tips

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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Welcome fellow tropical plant lovers! Here in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, we're lucky to enjoy a generally mild climate that allows us to grow a fantastic array of lush, exotic plants. However, even in our little slice of paradise, the threat of frost can rear its icy head, potentially damaging or ...

07 Feb

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🍌 Preventing Banana Plants from Falling Over: A Simple Support Method 🍌

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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Banana plants are heavy feeders and fast growers, producing lush foliage and large fruit bunches. However, their shallow root systems and top-heavy nature make them prone to falling over, especially in high winds or when bearing heavy fruit. While traditional methods involve staking or tying them ba...

01 Jan

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The Art of Hibiscus Grafting: A Guide to Creating Unique and Resilient Plants

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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Introduction Hibiscus grafting is an exciting and rewarding horticultural technique that allows gardeners and plant enthusiasts to create unique hibiscus plants with desirable traits. By combining the strengths of different varieties, you can enhance the beauty, resilience, and adaptability of your ...

05 Jul

Kids Garden Corner

Captain Cluck and the Garden Adventure

July 9, 2024
By Troppo
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Once upon a time, in a land where the sea kissed the earth and the sun shone brightly, there lived a flock of chickens with a daring leader named Captain Cluck. Captain Cluck was no ordinary chicken. With a tiny pirate hat perched atop his head and a beak that could squawk a tune, he led his crew on...

20 Apr

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Do I need to cut the leaves on my banana tree before planting?

April 28, 2025
By Troppo

Question. Do I need to cut the leaves on my banana tree before planting to grow healthy roots? Answer. Hey there, banana enthusiasts! 🌿 If you’re gearing up to plant a banana tree, you might be wondering whether you need to cut the leaves before getting it in the ground. The short answer? It depe...

Tag Archives: plant care

Identifying and Managing Common Pests and Diseases in Te Puke Gardens

Creating Windbreaks for Delicate Tropical Plants in the Bay of Plenty

Protecting Your Tropical Plants from Frost in Bay of Plenty: Practical Tips

🍌 Preventing Banana Plants from Falling Over: A Simple Support Method 🍌

The Art of Hibiscus Grafting: A Guide to Creating Unique and Resilient Plants

Captain Cluck and the Garden Adventure

Do I need to cut the leaves on my banana tree before planting?