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6th August 2025 Today marks the saddest of days at Lumpy’s Nursery & Landscape Yard, and at home by the sea. Our beloved companion, best friend, gentle giant and resident greeter, Fred the Rottweiler Rodick, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. Born 19th August 2014, Fred gave us nearly 11 years of unconditional love, laughter, and a little chaos. He was dignified in life, and equally dignified in his final moments, departing after a short illness caused by a red blood cell condition. Fred now rests in his favourite place—in the back yard of his beach house on Jubilee Parade, Diamond Beach, NSW. A special spot where he once sprinted like a cheetah, swam like an Olympian, and ruled...

If you’re looking to add a little magic to your outdoor space, our floating ceramic fish and friends are just the thing! These eye-catching, handcrafted pieces bring personality and playfulness to ponds, water features, or even a large decorative bowl on your patio. 🌊 Why We Love Them Whether it’s a vibrant red or orange koi, a cheeky goldfish, a majestic gold fantail, a curious turtle, or a serene frog, each ceramic creature is designed to float effortlessly across the surface, adding movement, colour, and charm to your garden or outdoor space. They’re not just fun to watch – they’re incredibly low maintenance, require no feeding, and won’t nibble your pond plants! Win-win! 🪴 Where to Use Them In a...

Geraldton Wax – The Aussie Native That’s Always in Bloom! 🌸 If you're after a hardy, low-maintenance Australian native that brings colour, texture, and pollinators to your garden, then let us introduce you to the stunning Geraldton Wax (Chamelaucium uncinatum) — a true WA wonder! 🌿 Where’s it from? Native to the sunny west coast of Australia, Geraldton Wax thrives in dry, sandy soils and sunny climates, making it a perfect fit for coastal or low-water gardens. It hails from the area around (you guessed it!) Geraldton, WA — but this versatile shrub is now loved right across the country. 🌸 Why it’s a garden favourite: Masses of delicate, waxy flowers in pink, white, and mauve Flowering from late winter...

If there’s one plant that combines bold colour, old-fashioned flavour, and easy growing – it’s Rhubarb 'Ever Red'. With its deep crimson stems and reliable harvest, it’s a standout in any veggie patch or edible garden. At Lumpy’s Nursery, we’re excited to offer Rhubarb 'Ever Red' tubers, the perfect way to kickstart your homegrown harvest. Here’s everything you need to know to grow this classic crop and a bonus recipe that’s guaranteed to warm hearts and tummies. 🌱 How to Plant Rhubarb 'Ever Red' When to plant:Late autumn to early spring is ideal. Rhubarb loves a cold snap to get started! Position: Choose a sunny spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Add compost or aged manure before planting for extra goodness....

Currently in full, glorious flower at Lumpy’s Nursery & Landscape Yard! If you’re looking for a tough, low-maintenance beauty that brings year-round appeal with a vibrant show in winter and spring, Metrosideros ‘Little Dugald’ is your guy. Compact, cheerful and practical, it’s no wonder Jen has picked it as her favourite this month—and Lumpy couldn’t agree more. Why We Love ‘Little Dugald’ This compact evergreen shrub is known for its: 🌺 Bright red bottlebrush-style flowers – blooming now!🌿 Glossy green foliage – tidy and dense🌬️ Toughness – tolerates wind, salt, and dry conditions🌱 Compact form – grows approximately 2m tall and 1m wide🌳 Perfect for – hedging, screening, borders, feature planting or pots Whether you’ve got a formal garden or...