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Pots might seem like a simple choice… but they can make a huge difference to how your plants grow, how much maintenance you’ll have, and how your space actually looks and feels. At Lumpy’s, we get this question all the time — “Which pot should I use?”And the honest answer is… it depends. Let’s break it down in a way that actually makes sense.

There’s something pretty special about walking out into your own backyard and picking a fresh lemon, orange or lime straight off the tree. No plastic bags, no wondering how long it’s been sitting on a shelf — just fresh, homegrown goodness. And right now? It’s the perfect time to get your citrus happening. At Lumpy’s, we’re big believers that everyone should have at least one fruit tree at home. Citrus are one of the easiest places to start — they’re hardy, rewarding, and once they get going, they really give back year after year. Why Lumpy's - because we have experienced staff and we care about you and your garden

There’s something special about Saturday mornings on the Mid Coast. The pace slows down, the kettle goes on, and for many locals, the radio is tuned to a familiar voice — 2RE. For those who might not know, 2RE is one of our region’s longest-standing radio stations, proudly broadcasting to the Forster–Tuncurry and wider Mid North Coast community since 1955. That’s decades of local news, music, stories, and voices that feel like part of the family. It’s not just radio — it’s a connection to community. Come and see it for yourself After the show, why not pop into Lumpy’s and see what’s been talked about? Walk through the gardens, chat with the team, and turn a bit of inspiration...

If you love lush, climbing indoor plants, a totem pole (or moss pole) is one of the best ways to help them thrive. Designed to mimic how plants grow in nature, these vertical supports allow climbing plants to grow upward, attach their aerial roots and develop stronger, healthier foliage. What is a Totem Pole? A totem pole is a vertical support made from materials like sphagnum moss, coir (coconut fibre) or natural branches. As plants grow, their aerial roots attach to the pole, helping them climb and stay supported—just like they would on a tree in the wild. Why Use One? Using a totem pole can completely transform your plant: Encourages natural climbing growth Produces larger, healthier leaves Keeps plants neat...

A little frog with a very big story Some days at Lumpy’s Nursery & Landscape Yard are all about plants, pots and landscaping.Other days… they’re about something much more special. This week, Tye’s mum came into the nursery asking for a very small bag of rocks. Now as most of you know, we don’t really do tiny bags — we think big when it comes to landscaping! But when she explained why she needed them, we were completely won over. Her son Tye had rescued a tiny marsh frog. When Tye first found him, little George only had one hind leg. He couldn’t sit upright and could only lie on his back, unable to flip himself over. It didn’t look...