Crave Natural Gardens in Mudgee, New South Wales | Gardener

Crave Natural Gardens

Locality: Mudgee, New South Wales

Phone: +61 417 060 224

Address: Mudgee, NSW 2850, Australia 2850 Mudgee, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Imagine sitting around this fire pit on a cool Spring evening! This Viburnum hedge will grow up thick and lush, providing an intimate feel and protection from the wind. One of my favourite formal gardens to work in, with uniform plantings, hedging and rows of Magnolias.

25.01.2022 This stunning Mudgee property was one of my latest landscaping jobs, it was a pleasure to work on and what a jaw dropping view. The owners who live in Darwin needed a garden transformation before putting their home on the market. "Thanks Christine youve done a wonderful job and youve been really easy to work with. Especially considering the distance! ... Its really looking great, I almost hope we dont sell" Dr Katie Browne Native plantings to complement existing plants, pruning, tropical look pool garden, extensive weeding/ mulching, tree removal, vegetable garden and orchard work. A comprehensive two month plan to have it looking its best for the first open house. https://m.realestate.com.au/property-lifestyle-nsw-mudgee-7 #realestatereadygarden #spruceupyourhome #mudgeeregion

25.01.2022 Use old spice bottles to store seeds, they also make it easier to sow seeds like radish, coriander, mustard etc. You can mix smaller seeds, like lettuce and carrot, with sand to get a more even spacing.

25.01.2022 "Go forth and garden" couldnt agree more Costa

24.01.2022 These so called weeds are additions to my salads, soups, frittatas, stews and of course my bees love them too Thanks Jackie Trott for sharing.

23.01.2022 A fantastic example of Permaculture in practice and a great explanation of what it means.

23.01.2022 What a beautiful day to be working in this lovely garden near Mount Frome. Now is the perfect time to tend to your roses, weeding the beds, mulching, dead heading and feeding, this will help them stay strong going into Winter. Sit back and admire the late Summer/Autumn flush of flowers. Try not to prune roses too hard until late Winter, best done when dormant.

23.01.2022 Protect your seedlings over Winter to give them a head start in Spring.

22.01.2022 Great tip for when water restrictions effect the establishment of plants.

21.01.2022 My chickens love their feeder and its worked perfectly for over a year now. Use recycled materials for a no cost feeder. Reduce food costs, keep chickens entertained and stop attracting rodents. Wins all round!

21.01.2022 SOLD OUT more available in a few months. Elderberry or Elderflower (Sambucus nigra) For sale $10 for a 30cm tall plant, grown chemical free. ... Pick up Mudgee. Easy to grow and versatile large shrub, producing delicate white flowers that become tiny black berries with an abundance of juice. Medicinal plant, the berries are high in antioxidants. Elderflowers are used to make wine and cordials, they also attract beneficial insects and pollinators to your garden. These plants can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and make a beautiful screening plant. Frost tolerant with low water requirements once established. Suitable for planting in full sun or part shade. Grows 3-4m but can be pruned to shape. Flowers in Spring.

21.01.2022 This article explains why old tyres should not be used in gardens, especially food gardens. I am all for repurposing, tyres are great for building houses, look up Earthship buildings.

20.01.2022 Some free nutrition in your gardens, even more reason to garden organically. Edible gardens nourish and delight, a vegetable store at your door!

20.01.2022 Strawberries make a wonderful and productive groundcover for areas in part shade. This mass of strawberries is growing under a tree. This photo is taken at a stunning garden I work in at Running Stream.

19.01.2022 Weeding is an ongoing job when maintaining a garden. It can become a bit overwhelming when it gets away from you, thats where I come in. By thoroughly weeding your garden, adding mulch and pruning, I can make it look beautiful again. ... I also provide a monthly follow up maintenance service. Call Christine for a quote 0417060224 Let me transform your garden into an oasis. Before and after shots of a stunning property Mudgee.

18.01.2022 The chilly weather has arrived This is the perfect time to create a fire pit area at your home or to clean up your existing one, ready for those toasty warm fires. Here is a job I completed yesterday, what a view. Before and after photos. ... Contact Christine 0417060224 if you would like help getting your garden ready for Winter.

17.01.2022 Tip of the week! When planting fruit trees or roses, remove the tag, then attach the label to a stake. Removing the tag from the plant and any other ties, eliminates the risk of constricting and killing the limb the tag is attached to as the plant grows. ... #fruittrees #permaculture #growyourownfood

16.01.2022 Wow, hows this for a view! So blessed to be working regularly in such a stunning garden for such a delightful family. The garden is formal in design, with beautiful lines and phenomenal sandstone features #naturalgardening #chemicalfreegardener... #lovemylife #formalgardens #familyhome See more

16.01.2022 Gardens make a lasting first impression and they truly set the feel for holiday rental properties. Avoca House Mudgee has a magnificent feature entrance, hedged Buxus with lavender and standard roses, matching beautifully with this stunning federation home. Tending to this garden is a true delight, next week I will be working on the espalliered apple trees and vegetable patch, enabling guests to enjoy garden to plate eating. ... https://m.facebook.com/avocahousemudgee/ #mudgeeregion #avocahousemudgee #buxushedge #beautifulgardens #federationhomes

15.01.2022 Learning new skills. Dry stone walling.

15.01.2022 Cannas are a fantastic way to get that tropical look in Mudgee. Two clients this week requested a tropical make over. Garden #1 was created using the clients own Cannas and Yuccas, which were transplanted to their new position. Garden #2 started with a bare slate and a stunning Buddha. My design included Star Jasmine to climb up the pool fence, tri colour Cannas, dwarf Agapanthas, Oyster Plant, Old mans beard and Buddlias along with other lilies and grasses making an instan...t Balinese paradise, which will grow into a lush, fragrant and floral space. I love creating gardens that people have been dreaming of, it makes my day to see a smile on their face. There are a few spaces left in March or April if you are wanting some help with your garden. Call Christine for a quote 0417060224.

15.01.2022 Worm farms are a fantastic way of reducing waste, the worms will provide you with bucketloads of liquid fertiliser and nutrient rich worm castings for the garden. This worm farm has a lid built into the design that doubles as a bench seat and will keep the worms warm and out of sunlight. There is a section at the back left open to allow access to bucket that is placed under plug hole. Here is a worm farm I made entirely out of recycled materials, except for the screws. ... I broke down heat treated pallets, built a frame to sit the bath on, then clad the whole frame. Finishing off the lid with decking timber that was found curbside. These and other worm farm designs are all part of my permaculture consultation services. What recycled timber projects have you made? Would love to see photos for inspiration. #recycledwood #wormfarm #permaculture #palletprojects #permaculturewomen

14.01.2022 Sometimes, I just have to pinch myself! Working in this historic 1920s garden, that has won numerous awards, is a dream come true. Travelling to Coolah Creek Homestead and Gardens each month, is like a mini holiday for me. The design elements in this garden are inspirational, surrounded by abundant beauty and tranquility. ... Jillies website, www.coolahcreek.com.au has information on upcoming workshops and tours of this magical place. If you would like me to assist in creating the garden of your dreams, please get in contact with Christine at Crave Natural Gardens.

13.01.2022 Gorgeous view from a garden bed at Coolah Creek, these historic gardens are a pleasure to work in. Pruning a rose that is over 80 years old is a moving experience, contemplating all the hands that have pruned, loved and tended this grand old lady over the years. Her fragrant flowers will reliably bloom each Spring and into Summer. Roses bloom approximately 6 - 8 weeks after pruning. Pruning out older wood and encouraging new growth is paramount for the health of your rose. C...limbing, standard and bush roses require different pruning techniques. Remember to sterilize your pruning equipment between each rose to prevent spread of disease. Now is the perfect time to prune your roses, I have a few bookings available each week if you would like to learn how to prune your fruit trees or roses, or you can let me do the job for you. Call Christine 0417060224 $45/hr.

13.01.2022 Violets make the perfect perfumed ground cover for shady positions. Violets prefer moist soils but are relatively hardy, multiplying easily. Ground covers are your best friend in the garden, helping to suppress weeds, maintaining soil moisture and providing a sensory and textural effect in your garden. #shadeplants #groundcovers #permaculture ... #mudgeeregion See more

13.01.2022 Want to clean the glass on your wood burning fire? Use a damp piece of newspaper dipped into the ashes. It cleans better than any horrible synthetic chemical an...d its free. Keeping the glass clean improves performance; more radiant heat enters your room If you are installing one of these, check the emission rating. A well designed one will double burn, much like a rocket stove, and will produce almost no smoke. An inefficient one will pollute the air and all that particulate matter in the smoke is lost fuel and wasted energy. Energy is everything and everything is energy. #permaculture #permacoach #onemillionwomen #waronwasteau See more

12.01.2022 Many plants can be propagated by placing cuttings in water. Great activity for the kids! Here I am striking Elder Flower cuttings on my windowsill. Take a piece of plant stock at least 10cm long cutting just below a node, strip the lower leaves off the cutting and make sure the bottom 1/3 approximately is sumberged in water, some cuttings like succulents only need to be touching the water. For more delicate cuttings, you can use alfoil to support the stem, just place alfoil... over jar and punch holes to place stems through. The water will need to be changed weekly and topped up as it evaporates, some cuttings can take 8 weeks to strike. My Grandmother used to propagate all of her African Violets in water, not all plants are suitable though. Succulents, wormwood, geranium, indoor climbers all seem to produce roots easily in water. What plants have you successfully propagated, using this method?

12.01.2022 Want to learn how to grow your own food with hands on learning?

12.01.2022 Wanting to shorten your food chain? Wanting to walk out into your garden and harvest a meal? Christine can help you achieve your dream. She is an experienced food gardener and designer, with over 16 years gardening in the Mudgee Region. Even a small home yard can provide many kilograms of fresh food for your househould.... Many designs are available that can meet your specific needs, from raised beds, no dig gardens, water wise gardens to an abundant Permaculture paradise. Phone now to discuss your needs and enjoy garden to plate meal within a few months. Call now 0417060224 or email [email protected]

12.01.2022 What colours of Gladioli/Gladiolus are you growing?

10.01.2022 Useful storage idea for your garden.

09.01.2022 To grow Sweet Potatoes in cooler areas its a good idea to get them started indoors in late Winter. Store bought Sweet Potatoes are fine to use or you can buy from online stores. Place 3 toothpicks in top 1/3 of Sweet Potato so that 1/2 the tuber will sit in water. Place the jar on a window sill and wait. ... The Sweet Potato tubers will soon grow shoots, these slips can then be broken off when 15cm high and potted up. You will have many slips (shoots) to plant out into the garden once the weather warms up. #sweetpotato #gardenhacks #permaculturewomen #propagation

08.01.2022 Grow your own Red Eshallots, locally grown planting bulbs.

08.01.2022 Lawn Mowing - Garden Maintenance - Design

08.01.2022 You too can feel the joy, message me for garden consultation, maintenance or design

07.01.2022 Bulbs can bring a pop of colour to areas that need a lift. Delighting every year with multiplying blooms. Now is the time to plant, ready for a magic display in Spring. Contact Christine if you would like to incorporate bulbs to create a bountiful blooming garden Help with colour palate, design, staggered flowering, ordering bulbs, soil preparation and planting. ... 0417060224 [email protected] #bulbs #spiderlily #mudgeegardens #permaculture

07.01.2022 Weeding and mulching can quickly turn your garden into a place of beauty. Let me do the hard work for you, I thrive on helping busy people have the garden they desire. Now is the perfect time to get ready for Spring. ... Call Christine to book 0417060224. Thorough, reliable, knowledgable and efficient. Before and after photos.

07.01.2022 Look forward to walking out of your front door! In a day, your garden can be transformed. Two gardens this week, before and after, now ready to add more plants If you are wanting a gorgeous space created in your garden or are wanting to get your garden spruced up for sale. ... Call Christine 0417060224, chemical free gardening, specialising in self sufficiency design. Local Mudgee team, qualified in horticilture, with over 20 years experience in this region.

05.01.2022 Another garden transformation that will get even better with time. A lovely cottage garden creation, lavender, roses, salvia, violets, wormwood etc. A deep pink deciduous Crepe Myrtle was planted as a feature tree, providing shade in Summer and letting light through in Winter.

04.01.2022 Delicious pesto recipe

03.01.2022 Glorious day to be working in Running Stream yesterday, I am so lucky to work at Keewaydin every week. This 9 acre garden has a magnificent espalliered pear arbor and bulb feature beds. If you are wanting similar features in your garden, I would be more than happy to help you create wonderful spaces.

02.01.2022 Virtual tours of some amazing edible gardens, great watching, very informative, all for $6.

01.01.2022 Are your Agapanthus not flowering as much as they used to and starting to look a wee bit shabby? Agapanthus should be divided up every 5 years or so, early autumn is the perfect time, after the plants have finished flowering. Dividing agapanthus can be a bit of work, but well worth it, as you will be rewarded with years of stunning flower displays. Dig up the whole clump of agapanthus roots out of the soil, clip off the remaining flower stems right at the base, and trim of...f any old or faded leaves or damaged roots. Divide the main clump into several smaller clumps with a knife. Replant them in the sunny, well-drained garden bed with added compost dug in, water then mulch well. Here is a clients Agapanthus bed, before and after a spuce up. See more