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Got tough weeds like ivy, convolvulus or blackberry?

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Sometimes nature needs a helping hand

Check out the Thrive Natural growing trials here

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Prepare your soil the organic way

Try our certified organic straights range, with re-sealable bags for easier storage.

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Problem Solver

Search for a solution to a variety of common garden problems. Browse through images to identify your problem.

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Garden Calendar

Yates gardening expert Angie Thomas provides monthly garden advice on what you should be doing at this time of year.

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How To Grow

A selection of handy gardening articles, videos and projects to assist you in growing and managing your plants.

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How to Videos

Need help? View our six new ‘how to’ videos to get great results in your garden

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Yates Seeds

Growing plants from seed is easy. Browse our huge selection of vegetable, flower and herb seeds.

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Recipes

A collection of fresh recipes that will be sure to inspire you to grow and make the most of your own garden produce.

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Pest Alert

Warm weather can bring a multitude of insect pests that affect both edible and ornamental plants. Help keep your garden protected during summer with Yates Nature’s Way Natrasoap Vegie Insect Gun.

It’s an insecticidal soap which is made from natural vegetable oils. It’s a fast acting broad spectrum insecticide that’s effective against soft bodied insects such as whitefly, aphids and mites and can be used on fruit, vegetables and ornamental plants.

It has no residual effect and is certified for use in organic gardening by BioGro New Zealand, so it’s ideal for gardeners wanting to control insect pests organically.