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27 Jun
Flower Gardener's Diary, Fruit Gardener's Diary, Monthly Gardening Checklists, Vegetable Gardener's Diary

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

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 Planting Calendar January: Harvesting summer fruits such as plums, peaches, nectarines, and early ...

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14 Nov
Growing Guide

Bulb Growing Guide for New Zealand Gardens: Your Path to a Blooming Paradise 🌷🌿

"Ready to achieve bulb planting brilliance? 🌷✨ Start by picking up your favorite bulbs from a garden centre between mid-February and early April – it’s prime bulb-planting time in New Zealand! 🍂 Prep your soil like a pro by mixing in some rich organic goodies like compost and sheep pellets. Lay down a cozy layer of bulb mix and plant your bulbs at a depth that's twice their diameter – think of ...

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