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Fertilisers are the key to a healthy, thriving garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, choosing the right fertiliser is crucial for ensuring your plants get the nutrients they need to grow strong and beautiful. From boosting soil fertility to enhancing plant health, there’s a fertiliser suited to every garden need. Types of Fertilisers 1. Pellet FertilisersPellet fertilisers are easy to apply and slowly release nutrients into the soil over time. This makes them ideal for long-term nourishment, offering a steady supply of nutrients for plants that need consistent care. If you're looking for low-maintenance feeding, pellets are a great option! 2. Granular FertilisersGranular fertilisers are perfect for addressing specific soil deficiencies. These fertilisers offer a more...

Types of Mulch: Organic Mulch: Materials: Wood chips, straw, leaves, bark, grass clippings, and compost. Benefits: Improves soil quality as it decomposes, adding nutrients and organic matter to the soil. Best For: Garden beds, flowerbeds, and vegetable gardens. Inorganic Mulch: Materials: Gravel, pebbles, or landscape fabric. Benefits: Long-lasting and low-maintenance, perfect for decorative purposes or around trees and shrubs. Best For: Pathways, ornamental areas, or places where you don’t need the mulch to break down. Benefits of Mulch: Retains Moisture: Mulch helps the soil retain water, reducing the need for frequent watering. Suppresses Weeds: A thick mulch layer prevents sunlight from reaching weed seeds, limiting their growth. Regulates Soil Temperature: Keeps roots cooler in summer and warmer in winter, providing...

Tackling Army Grubs and Black Beetles in Your Mid North Coast Lawn If you live in the Mid North Coast of NSW, chances are you've encountered the nuisance of army grubs or black beetles in your lawn. These pests can wreak havoc on your garden, leaving brown patches and thinning grass in their wake. But don't worry — with the right knowledge and action, you can tackle these pests and protect your lawn. In this blog, we’ll explain what army grubs and black beetles are, how they damage your lawn, and the best ways to manage and treat them. Plus, we’ll share a handy detection method and where you can get the right products and expert advice locally. What Are...

Why Are Kookaburras So Noisy in Forster-Tuncurry? If you’ve recently found yourself awoken by the laughter-like calls of kookaburras in Forster-Tuncurry, or noticed an increase in their vocal activity, you’re not alone. These iconic Australian birds, known for their distinctive, loud laughing calls, can be quite a noisy presence in our communities, especially during certain times of the year. So, what’s going on with the kookaburras lately? Here’s a closer look at some possible reasons for their noise. 1. Breeding Season and Territory Defense One of the most likely reasons kookaburras are more vocal during this time is that it’s their breeding season. In Forster-Tuncurry, this typically happens between August and January. During breeding season, kookaburras are very territorial. Their...

The Chinese Gooseberry, most commonly known as Kiwi fruit (Actinidia deliciosa), has become a popular fruit and the Hayward variety is the most widely grown and consumed. It produces large kiwis with a fuzzy brown skin and vibrant green, sweet-tasting flesh. However, cultivating Hayward kiwis requires understanding the differences between male and female plants, as they both play distinct roles in the production of fruit.  1. Male vs. Female Hayward Kiwi Plants: What’s the Difference? Kiwi vines are dioecious, meaning they have separate male and female plants. To produce fruit, you need at least one male plant for every 6 to 10 female plants for successful pollination. Here’s a breakdown of the key differences: Male Plants: Purpose: Male plants do...