Angie's Garden Calendar December
During the hectic festive and school holiday summer months take some time out in your garden to enjoy, refresh and regroup. Being and working in a garden is good for your soul!
Have a wonderful Christmas and a safe and happy new year.
Whats On?
- Eden Garden is one of Auckland’s award winning gardens, with more than 5 acres of beautiful gardens to enjoy as well as fabulous city and harbour views. Visit www.edengarden.co.nz for more details.
- View the gorgeous summer bedding display in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, together with the central rose garden, multiple conservatories, herbaceous border and native New Zealand gardens. Head to www.ccc.govt.nz for more information.
- The Oamaru Public Gardens are among the oldest in New Zealand, combining mature trees with meandering streams and pathways, fountains and statues, feature gardens, a fernery, children’s playground and aviaries. Visit www.gardens.org.nz for further details.
- Visit the Eastwood Arboretum in Gisborne and explore more than 130 spectacular hectares of exotic and native trees and shrubs, including evergreen magnolias and lime trees which flower during summer. For more information head to www.eastwoodhill.org.nz
For a complete guide for all your December gardening needs, please refer to the articles below:
Look after your fruit this month to keep them heathy and productive.
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There is nothing more festive than colour! Check out these tips on how to bring some festive colour to your garden.
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A little bit of planning and regular seed sowing can keep you and your family (and maybe the neighbours as well!) in fresh vegies & herbs for months.
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There’s nothing quite like a lush green lawn so it’s time to spruce up your lawn for Christmas.
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Summer citrus care, to make the most of next year's fruit.
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Angie's tips on Summer pruning to refresh and reinvigorate roses, to get a second flush of beautiful flowers.
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Christmas festivities are the perfect motivators for whipping your garden into shape before guests arrive.
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