8th Aug 2026
Codling moth (Cydia pomonella) is a serious pest for anyone growing apples, pears, nashi pears, quinces, and occasionally walnuts and stone fruits. The larvae burrow into the fruit, leaving it damaged…
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7th Aug 2026
Woolly aphids, with their distinctive cotton-like covering, are a common garden pest that can cause significant damage to plants. These sap-sucking insects not only weaken plants by draining their nut…
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2nd Aug 2026
Companion planting in Tasmania revolves around understanding the symbiotic relationships between different plants. Some plants, when grown together, can deter pests naturally, enrich the soil with ess…
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31st Jul 2026
August is a fabulous month in the Tasmanian garden as the first signs of spring begin to come to life. The countryside starts glowing with golden wattles, bulbs begin pushing through the cool winter…
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31st Jul 2026
August in Bloom – The Garden Awakens August is one of the most exciting months in the Tasmanian garden. While winter still lingers in the mornings, the first signs of spring are everywhere. Gol…
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1st Jul 2026
The shortest day has now passed by and it is the perfect time to sow onion seed or plant seedlings. Choose a sunny well drained position which has been generously limed. If sowing onions from seed ens…
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1st Jul 2026
Leaf curl is a common fungal disease that affects various fruit trees, particularly peach and nectarine trees. This disease, caused by the fungus Taphrina deformans, can significantly impact the healt…
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1st Jul 2026
The Best Flowering Plants to Brighten Your July Garden Who says winter has to be dull? July is one of the most rewarding months in the garden. Crisp mornings, colourful flowers and beautifully scented…
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1st Jul 2026
July is a great month for planting new roses, but it's also the perfect time to give your existing roses some much-needed attention. Pruning your roses during this month ensures a fabulous disp…
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23rd Jun 2026
Growing Raspberries in Tasmania There is something incredibly satisfying about walking into the garden on a summer morning and picking a handful of sun-ripened raspberries straight from the cane. Whet…
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2nd Jun 2026
Planting Bare-Root Roses for Success Winter is one of the best times to plant roses, and bare-root roses offer excellent value while allowing plants to establish quickly before spring growth begins. A…
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1st Jun 2026
Choosing the Best Flower Colours for Winter Winter doesn't mean your garden has to become a dull or lifeless space. In fact, some of the most rewarding colour in the garden comes during the cooler mon…
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