Tag Archives: Bay of Plenty

22 Apr

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

The Ultimate Guide to Growing Bananas in Your Bay of Plenty Garden

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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Dreaming of harvesting your own sweet, creamy bananas right here in the Bay of Plenty? You might be surprised to learn that with a little know-how, this tropical delight can thrive in our beautiful corner of New Zealand! While we're not exactly the tropics, our warm summers and relatively mild winte...

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19 Apr

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

Understanding Te Puke’s Rainfall Patterns for Efficient Irrigation

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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Welcome to the Troppo blog! Here in sunny Te Puke, the heart of kiwifruit country, water is life. Whether you're a seasoned orchardist or just starting out with your own patch, understanding our local rainfall patterns is key to using water wisely and keeping your plants happy and healthy. This post...

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18 Apr

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Best Soil Amendments for Te Puke’s Soil Conditions: A Local Guide

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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Welcome to Troppo.nz, your go-to source for all things growing in our beautiful corner of the world, Te Puke! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting to get your hands dirty, understanding your soil is the first step to a thriving garden or orchard. Here in the Bay of Plenty, we're bless...

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17 Apr

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

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...

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14 Apr

* Food Forests of New Zealand (www.foodforests.nz), Te Puke Region

A Community Building Toolkit for Bay of Plenty, New Zealand: Cultivating Edible Landscapes Together

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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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 ...

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14 Apr

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

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...

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12 Apr

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

Permaculture Principles for a Thriving Home Garden in Bay of Plenty

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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Welcome to the wonderful world of permaculture gardening! Here at Troppo.nz, we believe that creating a flourishing and productive home garden in our beautiful Bay of Plenty doesn't have to be complicated. Permaculture offers a simple, yet powerful, set of principles that work with nature, not again...

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10 Apr

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

Designing a Low-Maintenance Food Forest: Tips for Te Puke’s Climate

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
• 0 comments

Welcome to the Troppo.nz blog! For those of us lucky enough to call the beautiful Bay of Plenty home, particularly the fertile lands around Te Puke, the idea of a thriving, edible garden is often top of mind. But who has endless hours to dedicate to weeding, watering, and pest control? The good news...

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07 Apr

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

How to Build a Vertical Food Forest for Limited Space in Te Puke

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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Living in beautiful Te Puke often means enjoying the outdoors, but what if you have limited garden space and still dream of fresh, homegrown produce? The answer might just be a vertical food forest! This innovative gardening technique allows you to grow a surprising amount of food in a small footpri...

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05 Apr

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

Rainwater Harvesting for Sustainable Food Forests in Bay of Plenty: Including the Smart Use of Recycled IBCs

• April 14, 2025
• By Troppo
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Welcome to Troppo.nz! Here in the fertile Bay of Plenty, we’re often blessed with ample rainfall. But are we truly capitalizing on this natural gift, especially when it comes to nurturing our thriving food forests? Rainwater harvesting offers a clever and sustainable method to hydrate your edible la...

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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

• 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 ...

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28 Mar

Te Puke Region

Protected: Te Whare o Tīmata: A Whānau-Centered Journey of Learning, Connection, and Māori Identity

• March 28, 2025
• By Troppo
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Nestled in the heart of Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, Te Whare o Tīmata is more than just an educational tool—it is a living, breathing expression of Mātauranga Māori, designed to inspire, teach, and connect. It is a place where whānau, tamariki, and communities can come together to explore ancestral heri...

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26 Mar

Te Puke Region

Wetlands restoration in Te Puke with FRUITION’s Hei Whanake

• March 26, 2025
• By Troppo
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As part of Vector Group Charitable Trust, Troppo is documenting the comprehensive wetlands restoration project in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. Today marked the commencement of planting a significant number of native flora, a crucial step in rejuvenating our region's natural resources. In a few weeks, the...

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25 Mar

Delicious Recipes

Fermenting Fun: Kefir, Salted Butternut Ferment & Feijoa Fizz!

• March 25, 2025
• By Troppo
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Last night, disaster struck—the hot water cylinder blew! So instead of showering, let's embrace the funk another way—with some ferments! Who needs warm water when you have bubbling jars of probiotic goodness to keep things exciting? The stars of today's fermenting session come straight from Troppo’...

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21 Mar

* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz), Exploring New Zealand, Te Puke Region

A Green Encounter: When Green and Wild Visited Troppo’s Urban Tropical Food Forest

• March 21, 2025
• By Troppo
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It's not every day that your passion project catches the attention of someone who shares your vision for a greener, more sustainable world. That's exactly what happened when Bahareh from Green and Wild visited our Troppo urban tropical food forest and nursery in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. The excitemen...

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02 Mar

Te Puke Region

🌿 Giggles Garden Glow-Up: Growing, Learning & Digging in Together! 🌱

• March 2, 2025
• By Troppo
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Exciting things are happening at Giggles Te Puke Early Learning Centre! Their amazing food forest is about to get a fresh burst of life, and guess what? The whole community is invited to join in the fun! A Garden That Gives Back! At Giggles, the garden isn’t just about growing plants—it’s about ...

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20 Feb

* TROPPO's Food Forest in Te Puke, BOP (www.foodforest.org.nz)

Our Mission: Cultivating a Thriving, Regenerative Future

• February 20, 2025
• By Troppo
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Our Mission: Cultivating a Thriving, Regenerative Future We are committed to creating a thriving, sustainable food forest that not only nourishes our local community but also serves as a model for regenerative agriculture in the Bay of Plenty and beyond. By fostering deep connections between people...

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16 Feb

* Troppo's Plant Collection

Banana ‘Musa Acuminata var. Zebrina’ – The Striking Blood Banana

• February 18, 2025
• By Troppo
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Grown in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, NZ, the Banana Musa Acuminata var. Zebrina, popularly known as the Striking Blood Banana, has captivated plant enthusiasts with its vibrant foliage and unique appearance. Its striking red and green speckled leaves add a dramatic flair to any garden or indoor space, m...

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16 Feb

* Troppo's Plant Collection

Creating a Thriving Food Forest with Tropicals in Te Puke

• February 22, 2025
• By Troppo
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In Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, we are bringing together a diverse selection of plants to create a thriving food forest, incorporating a mix of tropical and subtropical species suited to our unique climate. By carefully selecting and layering plants—ranging from hardy bananas and taro to rare exotic frui...

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16 Feb

* Troppo's Plant Collection

Colocasia esculenta ‘Pharaoh’s Mask’ – A Statement Plant for Your Garden

• February 18, 2025
• By Troppo
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Few plants command attention quite like Colocasia esculenta 'Pharaoh’s Mask'. This striking elephant ear variety boasts deep green, heavily veined leaves with dark, almost black ridges that create a dramatic, sculptural effect. The veins protrude outward, making the foliage appear almost three-dimen...

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01 Feb

Vegetable Gardener's Diary

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

• April 12, 2025
• By Troppo
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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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20 Jan

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Brett’s Omanawa Food Forest Tour in the Bay of Plenty

• February 22, 2025
• By Troppo
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Brett’s down-to-earth, true blue Kiwi approach to cultivating a thriving food forest in the Bay of Plenty is nothing short of inspiring. His philosophy revolves around keeping things simple, practical, and genuinely accessible, ensuring that anyone—whether a seasoned grower or a complete newbie—can ...

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01 Jan

Vegetable Gardener's Diary

Get Growing in the New Year! Your January Veggie Planting Guide for Bay of Plenty, NZ

• April 12, 2025
• By Troppo
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Welcome to the start of a new year, and for us green thumbs here in the sunny Bay of Plenty, that means it's prime time to get some delicious veggies in the ground! January offers a fantastic window for planting a variety of crops that will thrive in our warm, humid climate. This guide will walk you...

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05 Jan

* Troppo's Plant Collection

Misi Luki Banana – A Hardy, Prolific, and Versatile Tropical Fruit for New Zealand Gardens

• February 18, 2025
• By Troppo
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Musa 'Misi Luki' is a beloved banana variety known for its resilience, sweet fruit, and ability to thrive in various growing conditions. Originating from the Pacific Islands, this cultivar has gained popularity among New Zealand growers for its adaptability and reliable fruiting. With its creamy, de...

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12 Mar

Exploring New Zealand

Experience the Bay of Plenty, NZ Like a Local

• June 25, 2024
• By Troppo
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Explore the Beaches Mount Maunganui (The Mount): A local favorite for its stunning beach and hiking trails. Climb to the summit for panoramic views. Papamoa Beach: Quieter than The Mount, great for a relaxing day by the sea. Visit Local Markets Tauranga Farmers Market: Held every Saturday morn...

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