Strong scent can cause irritation
Strong scent can cause irritation
Umbellularia californica is the sole species in its genus, belonging to the laurel family Lauraceae and found naturally from Oregon to northern Baja California.
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Your garden, August 9th
Your garden, August 9th
It's time to plant potatoes for harvesting in December, hallelujah! Check out this gardening guide for all you need to know.
Your garden, August 2nd
Your garden, August 2nd
Planning on seed sowing already? That's bold, I like that...but you're going to need some help. Check out this garden guide for all you need to know.
Coffee beans a feast for the eyes
Coffee beans a feast for the eyes
For many, having a fix of a strong cup of coffee is an important part of our daily routine.
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Frankton rescue job wins big
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Frankton rescue job wins big
A-frame houses sometimes get a bad rap, but this one in Frankton challenges assumptions. Kim Dungey reports.
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Don’t be a slave to perfection
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Don’t be a slave to perfection
Gillian Vine gets a bit grumpy at over-optimistic writers.
The good and the bad
The good and the bad
InThe Practical Kiwi Gardener (Bateman Books, soft cover, $45.99), Philip Thomsen is aiming at the person who has a smaller patch and wants it to be more productive.
Your garden, July 26th
Your garden, July 26th
Spring will come, do not be alarmed! In the meantime check out this handy guide to see what you can do to keep your garden upright.
Lower garden a treat, even during winter
Lower garden a treat, even during winter
Whichever route you take a leisurely walk through, the lower garden at this time of year can still be a treat.
Your garden, July 19th
Your garden, July 19th
The depths of Winter! You need this handy gardening guide now more than ever!
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Demolition prompts fears for Dunedin's heritage buildings
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Demolition prompts fears for Dunedin's heritage buildings
Heritage advocates are concerned the demolition of a historic house in Stuart St could set a precedent and lead to the destruction of more heritage buildings.
Holly hedge helps create sheltered inner sanctuary
Botanic garden’s holly hedge helps create sheltered inner sanctuary
Along the northeastern boundary of the lower garden, a long holly hedge protects the garden from the busy world outside.
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Daphnes delight on dull days
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Daphnes delight on dull days
Gillian Vine gets a whiff of winter.
Walls play an important role in gardens
Walls play an important role in gardens
Walls are often built to determine boundaries, establish terraces across sloping ground and as purposeful elements of garden design.
Your garden, July 12
Your garden, July 12
Do not be tempted to sow seeds already, we still have a Winter to weather. Check out this guide for all the gardening tips you need to survive the colder months.
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Becoming a part of nature
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Becoming a part of nature
Some houses shout "look at me", but this one is designed to "sit quietly" in the landscape. Kim Dungey reports.
Citizen science survey chance to test skills
Citizen science survey chance to test skills
It's that time again to join thousands of others around New Zealand in putting your observational skills to the test with the great New Zealand Garden Bird survey.
Your garden, July 5
Your garden, July 5
Crop-rotation! I'm lost... Maybe I should read this handy gardening guide to see my crops through Winter?
Ornamental features elevate conical conifer
Ornamental features elevate conical conifer
Picea smithiana is a graceful conifer which can reach heights of around 50m.
Your garden, June 28
Your garden, June 28
Those veggies are not going to keep themselves safe, get yourself some hedges! Read this guide to find out how to install these crucial shields.