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 […]
Zones are not just for the soccer field!
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 […]
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 […]
Preventing Weeds in the Garden
One year of seeds brings seven years of weeds! Have a think about what that sentence means? Can you figure it out? It means that if for just one year […]
What is a wetting agent?
Gardeners apply a wetting agent, sometimes called a soil wetter, to the garden to make sure that the water from the sprinklers and the rain soaks right down into the […]
What is controlled release fertiliser?
Controlled release fertiliser are tiny granules called prills that are packed with food for plants which they release gradually over a long length of time. They are really useful when […]
What is liquid fertiliser?
Vegetables, herbs and flowers are almost all annuals which means that they grow very fast but for just one season. But, the faster they grow the more they need to […]
When should I water?
Australia is a hot, dry country so we tend to use a lot of water and because it is a precious resource that we need to look after, many state […]