Add an explosion of colour to warm up the garden for Winter Get out in the garden between showers this long weekend! Callistemon 'Hannah Ray' Add a waterfall of red with Hannah Ray with an abundance of bright red bottlebrush flowers which appear in spring and summer. A large shrub or evergreen small tree with pendulous branches, it is extremely adaptable tolerating both over-wet soils and periods of drought it grows well in clay or sandy soils. Tolerant of light frosts and some coastal exposure. Water during dry periods. Prune lightly after flowering to promote bushy growth and more flowers next season. H 3x3m Full Sun Grevillea 'Fireworks' Add an explosion of colour with Grevillea 'Fireworks' which are full of buds right now. A small to medium shrub to 1 metre tall, with bright red and yellow flowers, and soft grey/green foliage. Flowers occur on the ends of short branches, and and colour is seen from autumn to spring. Plants are both frost and drought tolerant and are useful for attracting birds in your garden. The more sun the more flowers occur on this shrub. Anigozanthos 'Bush Blitz' An amazing blitz of colour! Bush Blitz is a naturally compact plant that produces a profusion of long lasting, dark orange flowers with highlights of burgundy and red. Flowering from late spring through to summer, the vibrant colours of Bush Blitz will glow in the sunlight creating a dazzling display in the garden. This kangaroo paw is also exceptionally strong, with great disease tolerance and an upright habit. H 70cm x 50cm FULL SUN
Long flowering for most of the year with flower clusters held up on sturdy stems. Perfect for gardens or patio containers, ideal when trying to fill small spaces. Water when dry for first 6 weeks after planting and in dry weather. Remove spent flower stems to encourage further flushes and apply slow release fertiliser in spring. Dry and frost tolerant once established. Do not allow to sit in wet soil for long periods; requires well draining soil.
A short but broad growing plant with thick rounded variegated leaves. Paired with the bright colours of the flower pot, these no-fuss houseplants will bring life and colour to your home. Position near bright, indirect light in a peat based potting mix which is free draining. Water when soil feels dry or plant starts to droop. Keep soil moist but not wet, watering more in summer and less in winter.
A compact perennial herb with mauve flowers in summer and deep-green leaves that smell and taste of berries and mint. Finely chop leaves and use them in sauces and drizzles for desserts, steep whole leaves in boiling water to create a refreshing tea. Make strong tea then mix with chilled soda water for a tasty summer drink.
Mints require open soil with summer moisture. Given these conditons they can run away so should be planted where this is desired or in large pots.
Conguard gives 3-4 weeks residual control of aphids, lace bug, mealybug, pysllids, hibiscus beetle, scales and thrips. This highly effective product is great for use on shrubs, pot plants, ornamentals and roses.
Conguard is designed to kill pests both on contact and systemically via plant saps. When spraying affected plants, spray pests on the top and under sides of leaves for greater control.
