27 Jun
Flower Gardener's Diary, Monthly Gardening Checklists

Flower Gardener’s Diary for the Year in New Zealand

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 Planting: Summer annuals such as petunias, marigolds, zinnias, and sunflowers. Sow seeds for autumn flo...

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26 May
Growing Guide

Dahlia Growing Guide for New Zealand: Your Path to Stunning Blooms 🌸🌟

5 Steps to Dahlia Success Choose a sunny spot with plenty of room for dahlias to flourish. Spring, after frosts have passed, is the best time to plant dahlias in New Zealand.  Prepare your soil with organic matter like compost and sheep pellets. Add a layer of rose and shrub mix to plant into.  Feed in spring and autumn for optimum flowering. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, and deadhead to prolong the flowering season. Follow our full guide below to vibrant beautiful dahlias.

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