Planting and caring for Roses
Many thanks to Portstone Garden Centre for this update. CHS Members enjoy a 15% discount* at Portstone Garden Centre *Please note: discounts exclude roses and some other items. Full details are available in store. Plant of the Month – Planting and caring for Roses Roses are best planted during the Winter, while the plants … Read More
New Seasons Roses – Plant of the Month
Many thanks to Portstone Garden Centre for this update. CHS Members enjoy a 15% discount at Portstone Garden Centre www.portstone.co.nz Plant of the Month – New Seasons Roses The Portstone team have been busy pruning and potting up the new season’s roses. We are proud to stock high health Matthews Roses. Bob Matthews … Read More
Meyer Citrus – Plant of the Month
Many thanks to Portstone Garden Centre for this update. CHS Members enjoy a 15% discount at Portstone Garden Centre www.portstone.co.nz Plant of the Month -Meyer Citrus in a pot Meyer lemon trees are a popular choice because of their ability to fruit almost continuously throughout the year once established. They are also one of … Read More
August in the Garden Tasks for Winter
August in the Garden Tasks for Winter July saw highs of 9–15 °C and chilly lows around –2 °C. A typical Late Winter mix of frosty mornings and milder afternoons. Expect similar patterns in August—cool starts, warming gradually. As Winter gives way to early Spring, it’s time to wrap up Winter tasks and prepare for new growth. … Read More
June in the Garden – Tasks for the first frosts
June in the Garden Tasks for the first frosts As the Christchurch weather turns colder and the first frosts begin to settle in, we find ourselves well and truly into late Autumn and edging into Winter. The crisp mornings and shorter days mean it’s time to switch gears in the garden. With fewer opportunities to … Read More
Autumn’s Last Hurrah – Your Christchurch Garden in May
May marks the golden end of Autumn in Christchurch — a beautiful, busy time as the landscape transforms and cooler days signal the arrival of Winter. There’s a special energy in the garden now: a race to finish Autumn tasks and lay the groundwork for a thriving Spring.
