Tag Archives: watering

23 Apr

Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Cultivating Passionfruit in Te Puke: Tips for Abundant Harvests (Including My Favourite!)

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August 23, 2025

Welcome to the lush world of passionfruit growing right here in our beautiful Te Puke! At Troppo.nz, we're passionate about helping you bring the taste of the tropics to your own backyard. Passionfruit, with its vibrant flavour and exotic aroma, thrives in our Bay of Plenty climate, offering the pot...

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21 Apr

Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

Growing Avocados Successfully in Te Puke: A Comprehensive Guide

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

Welcome to the ultimate guide for growing luscious, creamy avocados right here in our beautiful Te Puke! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this comprehensive resource from Tropo.nz will walk you through everything you need to know to cultivate your own avocado bounty. Te Puke'...

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20 Apr

Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

How to Maximize Sunlight in Your Te Puke Garden for Tropical Fruit Production

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

Welcome, fellow fruit enthusiasts, to the Troppo.nz blog! Here in sunny Te Puke, we're blessed with a fantastic climate for growing all sorts of delicious tropical and subtropical fruits. But even with our abundant sunshine, understanding how to make the most of it is key to a truly thriving garden ...

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01 Apr

Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz)

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

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

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 ...

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01 Feb

Troppo Articles

Action Items for the Month of February Vege Planting in Bay of Plenty, NZ

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

Welcome back to the Tropo blog! February in the Bay of Plenty is a fantastic time to get your hands dirty and plant some delicious veggies. The heat of summer is starting to ease, and the soil is still warm, creating perfect growing conditions for a variety of crops. Whether you're a seasoned garden...

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13 Jul

Troppo Articles

A little guidance on selecting plants for a specific purpose, such as privacy screening, erosion control, and attracting wildlife in New Zealand

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

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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29 Jun

Events and Community Engagement

Tree Crops Annual Tree Sale Waikato, Saturday, July 6, 2024

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

Tree Crops Annual Tree Sale Waikato 2024 Join us for the highly anticipated Tree Crops Annual Tree Sale in Waikato, 2024! This event is a fantastic opportunity for gardeners, fruit enthusiasts, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture to purchase a wide variety of fruit trees, nut trees, an...

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27 Jun

Troppo Articles

Fruit Gardener’s Diary for the Year in New Zealand

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

New Zealand’s diverse climate allows for a wide range of fruiting plants to be grown throughout the year. Here is a month-by-month guide to help you plan your fruit garden, including planting, caring, and harvesting activities for the most common fruiting plants grown in New Zealand. January P...

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27 Jun

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Flower Gardener’s Diary for the Year in New Zealand

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August 23, 2025

New Zealand’s diverse climate allows for a wide range of flowering plants to thrive throughout the year. Here is a month-by-month guide to help you plan your flower garden, including planting, caring, and enjoying the blooms of the most common flowering plants grown in New Zealand. January Pla...

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27 Jun

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Vegetable Gardener’s Diary for the Year in New Zealand

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August 23, 2025

New Zealand’s temperate climate allows for a wide variety of vegetables to be grown throughout the year. Here is a month-by-month guide to help you plan your vegetable garden, including planting, caring, and harvesting activities for the most common vegetables grown in New Zealand. January Pla...

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27 Jun

Troppo Articles

Fruit Tree, Vegetable, and Gardening Planting Calendar – A Broad Brushstroke for our NZ climate

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

The Bay of Plenty region enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters, making it ideal for growing a wide range of fruit trees, vegetables, and other garden plants. Here is a comprehensive planting calendar to help you plan your garden activities throughout the year. Fruit Tree Pla...

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08 Dec

Troppo Articles

How can I rejuvenate my patchy lawn?

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

Question. My lawn is not growing very well. It is patchy. What can i do to rejuvenate the lawn and when? Answer. Having a lush, green lawn is a dream for many homeowners, but sometimes, despite our best efforts, the grass just doesn't grow as well as we'd like. If your lawn is patchy and struggli...

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11 Sep

Troppo Articles

Growing Guide for Mini Black Heirloom Popping Corn in New Zealand

Posted by Troppo

August 23, 2025

Mini black heirloom popping corn is a unique and fun variety to grow in your garden. This type of corn is not only decorative but also produces delicious popcorn. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you successfully grow mini black heirloom popping corn in New Zealand. Choosing the Right Location ...

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01 Dec

Troppo Articles

December – Flower Gardener’s Diary for New New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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December is the height of summer in New Zealand, and your flower garden will be bursting with color and activity. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you manage your flower garden during this vibrant month. Planting Summer Annuals: Continue planting summer annuals such as marigolds, zinni...

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01 Nov

Troppo Articles

November – Flower Gardener’s Diary for New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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November is a busy and exciting month for flower gardeners in New Zealand. With the onset of warmer weather, it's the perfect time to get your garden ready for summer. This diary will guide you through essential tasks and tips to ensure your flower garden thrives this season. Early November 1. Soi...

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01 Aug

Troppo Articles

August – Flower Gardener’s Diary for New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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August marks the transition from winter to spring in New Zealand, making it an exciting time for flower gardeners. With the promise of warmer weather and longer days, there are plenty of tasks to prepare your garden for a vibrant spring bloom. This diary will guide you through essential tasks and ti...

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01 Jul

Troppo Articles

July – Flower Gardener’s Diary for New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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July is a mid-winter month in New Zealand, and while it may be cold, there are still plenty of tasks to keep flower gardeners busy. This diary will guide you through essential tasks and tips to ensure your flower garden is healthy and ready for the upcoming spring. Early July 1. Soil Preparation ...

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28 Apr

Troppo Articles

Bok Choi Growing Guide for New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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Bursting with goodness, these hardy no fuss vegetables are brilliant crops to plant in the winter garden. Bok choi is a very quick growing Asian green that is sweet, tasty and exceptionally easy to cultivate and cook. It is sometimes referred to as pak choi or Chinese celery cabbage.

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01 Dec

Troppo Articles

Gardening Checklist for December in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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December is a busy month in the garden as the weather warms up and plants thrive. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you stay on top of your gardening tasks and ensure your garden flourishes throughout the summer season. General Garden Maintenance Watering: Ensure all plants receive adeq...

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01 Nov

Troppo Articles

Gardening Checklist for November in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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November is late spring in New Zealand, and it's a bustling time in the garden as the weather warms up and plants enter a vigorous growth phase. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you make the most of your gardening activities this month. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Regularly rem...

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01 Oct

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Gardening Checklist for October in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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October marks the middle of spring in New Zealand, and it's a busy time in the garden as plants begin to grow vigorously. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you stay on top of your gardening tasks this month. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to prevent them from...

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01 Sep

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Gardening Checklist for September in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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September marks the beginning of spring in New Zealand, and it’s a vibrant time for gardeners as the weather warms up and plants begin to flourish. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you manage your garden tasks in September. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to ...

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01 Aug

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Gardening Checklist for August in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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August is the tail end of winter in New Zealand, and it's a crucial time to start preparing your garden for the upcoming spring. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you get your garden ready for the new growing season. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Keep on top of weeds to prevent th...

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01 Jun

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Gardening Checklist for June in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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June marks the beginning of winter in New Zealand, and it's a time to protect your garden from the cold while preparing for the upcoming spring season. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you manage your garden tasks in June. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Keep on top of weeds to...

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01 Apr

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Gardening Checklist for April in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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April marks the middle of autumn in New Zealand, and it’s a crucial time to prepare your garden for the cooler months ahead. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you maintain your garden and get it ready for winter. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to prevent them...

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01 Mar

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Gardening Checklist for March in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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March marks the beginning of autumn in New Zealand, and it’s a time to start transitioning your garden from the summer heat to cooler autumn weather. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you maintain and prepare your garden during March. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Regularly remove...

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01 Feb

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Gardening Checklist for February in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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February is the last full month of summer in New Zealand, and it’s an important time to keep your garden thriving and start preparing for the cooler months ahead. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you manage your garden tasks in February. General Garden Maintenance Watering: Ensure your...

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01 Jan

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Gardening Checklist for January in New Zealand

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April 28, 2025

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January is the height of summer in New Zealand, and it's a busy time in the garden. The warmer weather and longer days mean plants are growing vigorously. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you manage your garden tasks in January. General Garden Maintenance Watering: Ensure your garden i...

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