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In the Garden - Tamarillos

In the Garden – Tamarillos

Native to South America, Tamarillos (or tree-tomatoes as my grandmother called them), were introduced to NZ in the late 1800’s.  The small, large-leafed trees thrive in moderate NZ conditions – and need shelter and light, well-drained soil.  The fruit have remained a popular seasonal treat due to their unique flavour, nutritional qualities and attractive colour. […]

Jul 17, 2009 | 15 comments View Post
Wally Richards: Nearly Winter – time to get strawberries and get rid of hydrocotyle

Wally Richards: Nearly Winter – time to get strawberries and get rid of hydrocotyle

Strawberries June is the first month of winter, and happily the month that most types of strawberry plants become available in garden centres.  Strawberries were originally a woodland plant and the modern strawberries (such as Pajaro), have been bred from these wild varieties. It is important to remember this when you come to plant strawberries […]

May 25, 2009 | 0 comments View Post