Mt Evelyn Garden Centre, Author at Mt Evelyn Garden Centre

Jun

How to Prune Roses

June 16, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreHow to

July is a great month for planting new roses but is also the time to give your existing roses some attention for a fabulous display of colour and fragrance over the flowering season. July is the best time to prune your roses. In really cold frosty regions, you may need to wait until early August....

May

What To Do in the Garden this June

May 20, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreWhat To Do In The Garden

Winter has arrived and gardens are transformed with the change of season. Deciduous Trees June is the month when deciduous plants shed their leaves and move into a dormant period in preparation for an explosion of growth and colour as the spring arrives. During this dormant time, Mt Evelyn Garden Centre, being in a cooler...

May

How to Grow Fruit Trees

May 13, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreHow to

Once growing fruit trees at home was very common. Nowadays with gardens being smaller, the availability of wonderful new generation fruit trees has seen a resurgence in growing healthy home-grown goodness in the places and spaces we call home. There are dwarf forms/varieties of most fruits which don’t take a lot of space. These can...

May

Our Celebration of Mothers

May 12, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreWhat To Do In The Garden

Mothers bring us into the world. They nurture and care for us when we are young and new. Mother’s ensure that we have the nourishment needed to grow and develop. They are there for us and help us through the seasons of life. This is a lot like gardening. It is so rewarding for a...

Apr

What to do in the Garden this May

April 15, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreWhat To Do In The Garden

In our busy worlds that are filled with concrete, asphalt and screens, plants help us to reconnect with nature as we enjoy the delights of new growth, colour and everchanging freshness. There is plenty to be achieved in the garden during May as we prepare for the coming winter days. More Time Indoors May is...

Apr

Growing Food in Pots

April 10, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreHow to

With house blocks becoming smaller and homes becoming larger, the garden for many people looks much different to the gardens of the past. The garden may be a small backyard, a courtyard or an apartment balcony. Small areas do not mean that you need to miss out on the pleasures of growing your own food....

Apr

The Healthy Home Office

April 2, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreWhat To Do In The Garden

Whether temporary or permanent, the home office has become an important space as more people are working from home. A pleasant and comfortable work zone will improve work satisfaction and productivity. If a temporary home office space is required, here are some keys to ensure that your workspace is a pleasant and enjoyable place to...

Mar

How to Grow Cabbages

March 22, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreUncategorized

Cabbages are a fantastic winter crop and are perfect for adding to soups, stews, and salads. Cabbages are planted from seeds or seedlings as the cooler season begins. Choosing the Right Variety Some of the most popular cabbage varieties grown include White (Cannonball), Savoy, Red cabbage and Chinese cabbage. White (Cannonball) cabbage is a compact...

Mar

How to Grow Potatoes

March 17, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreWhat To Do In The Garden

Growing Potatoes at Home Potatoes are a wonderful root crop to produce at home and are very easy to grow. Planting certified Seed Potatoes The term “seed potato” can be a little misleading. Although potatoes do set seed, they do not grow true to seed. To get the variety of potato you want, you need...

Mar

What to do in the Garden this April

March 15, 2023Mt Evelyn Garden CentreWhat To Do In The Garden

Autumn is a fantastic time in the garden. In temperate areas of the country, April gardens are a delight as the beautiful display of foliage colour begins. In northern regions of the country, the extreme heat is subsiding, and the cooler nights bring relief for gardens and gardeners alike. April is the perfect planting month....

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