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How long will it be before the planting in my garden starts to mature?The planting spaces used are to give as full effect as possible within two to three years, with the groundcover and herbaceous plants forming clumps, and trees and shrubs taking longer. Obviously some plants are slower growers. This is a rough guide and depends on soil and climatic conditionals and after care.
When should I add compost to my gardens?There is no wrong time to add compost to your garden if you’re planting new plants! Although spring and autumn are the busy planting seasons people garden year round, and it’s poor practise not to add compost to the soil prior to planting. This encourages root growth into the newly enriched soil, and develops a stronger tree or shrub from day one!
It was so wet this year that I still don't have much planted in my garden. Is it too late?The first of August is not too late to make a last planting of vegetables. The cooler nights experienced later in the year as these vegetables mature may increase the sugar content of many crops and thus increase their quality. Late July or early August would be the time to make a last planting of bush beans, carrots, sweet corn, kale, collards, Bibb lettuce, turnips, and ...
How should Hostas be spaced during planting?Hostas need room to grow and mature. They need a minimum of two seasons in one location to mature and show their adult potential. When planting, space the small-leaved hosta between 18" to 24" apart; the large-leaved hostas should be spaced 24" to 30" apart.
I'm planting camellias & azaleas, what garden mix should I use? Why?Premium garden mix is recommended for planting camellias and azaleas. In particular, they require rich soils with good drainage which is provided by the premium.
What do you mean by "Pay Yourself First"?A part of all you earn is yours to keep. It should not be less than one tenth no matter how little you earn. A garden begins with the planting of a tiny seed. The first dollar you save is the seed that will begin your garden of wealth. Choose carefully where you grow your garden, some climates are more suitable than others.
Q31 Is there a garden area for my use and who looks after it?A31 Each home will have a garden area and while residents will be encouraged to do their own gardening, a garden service will be provided by the body corporate. A planting palette will be available to guide residents on which plants give the best results for different types of application.
What help you give, as this is my first garden?We can give you a maintenance program. When used with the planting plan it will help you look after your new garden month-by-month, suggesting what to prune, how to divide herbaceous plants, etc. Remember, we're always on the end of the phone if you need us. It is best to have the garden work completed before the new kitchen and carpet in the hallway goes down. So landscap...
Is there a Garden Club?If you are a budding gardener, the Marion Township Garden Club is right up your garden path. You are invited to join other "green thumbers" as they do their thing. They have speakers at some of their monthly meetings to help inform gardeners new and old in becoming successful green thumbers. The Garden Club is also responsible for the planting and caring of flowe...
Who takes care of the Children's Garden?Two student interns work with the Garden manager, curator, and horticulturists. In addition volunteers will help with planting and some spring and fall maintenance.
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