Powdery mildew is one of the most widely spread plant diseases and it can affect many plants. In the vegie garden, it might affect melons, squash, cucumbers and zucchini as […]
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What is a horticulturalist?
A horticulturalist is someone that has studied the practice and science of cultivating plants and gardens. A horticulturalist has been to Technical College or University to study plants and anything […]
What is a beneficial bacteria?
There are bacteria everywhere, even on us! Some of them are bad and some of them are good. The good ones work really hard to make sure that the bad […]
Zones are not just for the soccer field!
A zone is an area that is different to another area. For example, a soccer field or netball court can be divided into different areas where only some people can […]
What is a weed?
A weed is a plant that is growing where it’s not wanted! In most cases, garden weeds grow from seed that has blown into the garden or has been transported […]
Watering Potted Plants
Potted plants can only get the water that’s in their pot so if it dries out, they will also dry out. But, sometimes too much water is worse for plants […]
Saving Water in the Garden
Water is one of the most important resources on the planet and we have to be very careful not to waste it because we need it to drink, to keep […]
Tripods
The word ‘tripod’ means three (tri) legs (pod). A tripod is a very strong shape even though it is only joined at one point right at the top. Can you […]
Trellises and Climbing Frames
TRELLISES AND CLIMBING FRAMES Some plants just love to climb high so that their leaves and stems can soak up the sun from all directions. It also helps to keep […]
Getting Rid of Weeds in the Garden
Weeds in the garden are a nuisance. They steal nutrients and water from the other plants, attract bad bugs into the garden and sometimes smother everything. Once you have weeds […]