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23 Apr

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

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

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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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...

20 Apr

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

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

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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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 ...

16 Apr

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Choosing the Right Aspect for Your Garden in Te Puke’s Unique Terrain

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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Choosing the Right Aspect for Your Garden in Te Puke's Unique Terrain Welcome, fellow green thumbs, to the wonderful world of gardening in Te Puke! Known as the Kiwifruit Capital of the World, this region boasts a rich horticultural heritage and a climate that can support a fantastic array of plant...

02 Apr

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Understanding Te Puke’s Microclimates for Optimal Tropical Fruit Growth

April 14, 2025
By Troppo
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Welcome to Troppo.nz! If you're passionate about growing delicious tropical fruits right here in Te Puke, you've come to the right place. While our region is famous for its kiwifruit, the diverse landscape also creates pockets of unique conditions – what we call microclimates – that can be perfect f...

03 Jul

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Fundamental Principles of Garden Design and Their Application in a New Zealand Home Garden

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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Designing a home garden involves more than just planting a variety of flowers, vegetables, and trees. Applying the principles of garden design—balance, proportion, unity, and rhythm—ensures that your garden is aesthetically pleasing, functional, and harmonious with its surroundings. Here’s how you c...

09 Jan

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How do I treat toadstools/fungi in my lawn?

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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Question. Hi, fungus/toadstool growing in our lawn, how do we get rid of this without killing the lawn? Answer. Finding fungus or toadstools growing in your lawn can be concerning, but it's a common issue that can be managed effectively. Here are some steps to get rid of these unwanted fungi whil...

11 Sep

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Growing Guide for Mini Black Heirloom Popping Corn in New Zealand

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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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 ...

28 Apr

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Bok Choi Growing Guide for New Zealand

April 28, 2025
By Troppo
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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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