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

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, and other specialty crops. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your garden with high-quality, loca...

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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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Citrus Growing Guide for New Zealand: From Seed to Juicy Success! 🍋🌿

Get ready to transform your garden into a citrus wonderland! Growing citrus trees in New Zealand is a rewarding adventure, offering delicious fruit and a burst of vibrant color to your outdoor space. Whether you're dreaming of juicy lemons, sweet oranges, or zesty limes, our fun and comprehensive guide will take you through every step to ensure your citrus trees thrive. Let’s dive in and get growi...

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Feijoa Growing Guide for New Zealand: Sweet, Tangy, and Easy to Grow! 🌿🍈

5 Steps to Feijoa Success Autumn and spring are an ideal time to plant feijoas in most areas of New Zealand. Plant at least two different varieties. Even self-fertile varieties will produce a better crop if pollinated by other varieties.  Prepare your soil with organic matter like compost and sheep pellets. Add a layer of citrus & fruit mix to plant into.  Feed fejioas regularly from spring to harvest. Water deeply and regularly from mid to late summer when the fruit is developing and ripening. Follow our full guide below to a bumper crop of homegrown feijoas.

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Pear Growing Guide for New Zealand: Juicy Delights from Your Garden! 🍐🌿

5 Steps to Pear Planting Success Choose an open, sunny position sheltered from strong winds for your pear tree. Pears are partially self-fertile. Prepare your soil with organic matter like compost and sheep pellets.  Add a layer of citrus and fruit mix to plant into. In New Zealand winter is the optimum time to plant pear trees. Feed your pears in spring and summer to encourage maximum flowering and fruiting. Mulch and water well, particularly over the warmer months. Follow our full guide below to a bumper crop of homegrown pears.

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Gardening Checklist for December in New Zealand

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 adequate water, especially during hot, dry periods. Water early in the morning or late in the evening to...

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Gardening Checklist for November in New Zealand

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 remove weeds to prevent them from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulch garden beds...

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Gardening Checklist for October in New Zealand

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 competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply mulch around plants to conse...

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Gardening Checklist for September in New Zealand

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 prevent them from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply mulch aroun...

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Gardening Checklist for August in New Zealand

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 them from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply mulch around plants t...

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Gardening Checklist for July in New Zealand

July is mid-winter in New Zealand, and while the weather can be cold and wet, there are still plenty of gardening tasks to keep you busy. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you maintain and prepare your garden during the winter months. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Keep on top of weeds to prevent them from taking over and competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mul...

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Gardening Checklist for June in New Zealand

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 prevent them from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply a thick la...

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Gardening Checklist for May in New Zealand

May marks the beginning of late autumn in New Zealand, and it's time to prepare your garden for the upcoming winter months. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you keep your garden in top shape during May. General Garden Maintenance Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to prevent them from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply a thick layer of mulch around pl...

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Gardening Checklist for April in New Zealand

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 from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply mulch around plants to ...

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Gardening Checklist for March in New Zealand

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 weeds to prevent them from competing with your plants for nutrients and water. Mulching: Apply a...

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Gardening Checklist for February in New Zealand

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 garden is well-watered, especially during hot, dry periods. Water early in the morning or late in t...

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Gardening Checklist for January in New Zealand

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 is well-watered, especially during hot, dry periods. Water early in the morning or late in the evenin...

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