It is a myth perpetuated by the Garden Centres that bulbs should be planted early. Research and experience has shown that the bulbs are best when planted when the soil temperature has dropped below 12C. In New Zealand this is at, or just after, Easter. Planting: We recommend that bulbs are planted 20 cm deep …
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It is an exciting time for the discipline of Landscape Architecture in Christchurch. Pre-existing principles of sustainability and resilience have taken on a new meaning in Canterbury where an awareness of natural hazards has increased significantly. With this in mind, many landscape architects in Christchurch have already undertaken new and exciting challenges as they are …
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As I have tried to grow these greens myself with no luck I was very interested in what was happening at Te Horo, fortunately Claire, the gardener there was only too happy to spend time with us explaining how they go about it and how to get started. She also pointed us in the direction …
Read more »What does the future hold for The Society? What are our dreams, our ambitions, our goals? We have a vision to be the premier horticultural organisation in New Zealand and to promote excellence in horticulture. We are but guardians for future generations and as such strive to ensure that we get things right for that …
Read more »All trees lose leaves, even year-round evergreens have their season of greater leaf fall. But in winter-deciduous trees and shrubs the loss of leaves is complete in autumn, before new leaf expansion resumes in spring. Winter takes effect early on maples, oaks and elms, creating beautiful riots of red, amber, from as early as March. …
Read more »Winter is a great season – it just gets bad press! Winter rains replenish the water table, winter frosts kill the residual pests, and the frosts bring those brilliant crisp still sunny days. And winter snow on the mountains gives us a picture-postcard-perfect environment, and the snow entices the skiers from Australia for our tourist …
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“Make sure your mint doesn’t run away on you, advises the neighbor at the back. “Plant it in a buried container” he explains. “Thank you” I respond automatically. I did not follow this advice and it seems I have been suffering the mint drought curse ever since. All I can grow in my mint patch …
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Join us in an adventure to this unique island! Highlights Full days of sightseeing – fishing, walking, private gardens and much much more! The Basalt Columns are one of the many natural wonders of Rekohu. Formed by a process of cooling with salt water these hexagonal columns of basalt are spectacular, as is the location and …
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Greening the Rubble is a uniquely optimistic community response to a natural tragedy. This Christchurch project began in November 2010 after demolition spaces suddenly became available in the urban streets, such as the corner of Victoria and Salisbury Streets. This park was built in Jan-Feb 2011, disappeared into central city Red Zone inaccessibility after 22 …
Read more »MAY ALL ABOUT GARDENING With Michael Coulter How’s your autumn ? It’s a funny season …. the end of the growing season. It’s time to think about what we did in the previous twelve months. What worked and what didn’t. Chrysanthemums are looking good this year. It’s not easy to get colour in your gardens …
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