Gardening Gals in Armadale, Western Australia | Gardener

Gardening Gals

Locality: Armadale, Western Australia

Phone: +61 1300 886 904

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25.01.2022 Something to look forward to

25.01.2022 Cut tatty ornamental grasses almost to the groundCut tatty ornamental grasses almost to the ground

24.01.2022 Potatoes and pumpkins can be planted in sacks filled with potting mix rather than in a garden bedPotatoes and pumpkins can be planted in sacks filled with potting mix rather than in a garden bed

23.01.2022 For coastal areas, plant coast banksia, coastal tea-tree and dwarf apple. Fill spaces with smaller shrubs such as westringia and correas. For groundcovers try scaevola, native violet, dianella and lomandra

23.01.2022 Who loves bonsai?

23.01.2022 Looking for a high drought tolerant replacement for your lawn? Try native lawns such as wallaby grass, weeping grass or zoysiaLooking for a high drought tolerant replacement for your lawn? Try native lawns such as wallaby grass, weeping grass or zoysia

22.01.2022 It must be spring!

22.01.2022 Did you know the term climatarian refers to people whose diet is based on the sustainability and environmental friendliness of each ingredient, as well as how far it has travelled to reach their plates?

21.01.2022 Colonies of ants in potted plants can harm root growth. Immerse the whole pot in a bucket of water overnight to remove themColonies of ants in potted plants can harm root growth. Immerse the whole pot in a bucket of water overnight to remove them

18.01.2022 Spread water wise mulch 5-8cm thick before the weather warms up to suppress weeds, reduce evaporation and condition soilSpread water wise mulch 5-8cm thick before the weather warms up to suppress weeds, reduce evaporation and condition soil

18.01.2022 Wondering which plants will do well in your garden? Walk around your neighbourhood and check out the gardens in your areaWondering which plants will do well in your garden? Walk around your neighbourhood and check out the gardens in your area

18.01.2022 Trim ornamental fruit trees after flowering to improve shapeTrim ornamental fruit trees after flowering to improve shape

17.01.2022 Avocados wont ripen until they are picked. Pick one and if it ripens without shrivelling then it is time to pick the rest. Dont leave them on the tree too long or it can affect the fruiting potential for the upcoming year

17.01.2022 Be on the lookout for lumpy psyllids on lillypilly leaves. Prune off affected areas, fertilise and water well to encourage fresh growth

16.01.2022 Coriander often bolts to seed in warmer weatherCoriander often bolts to seed in warmer weather

16.01.2022 Lavender planted under fruit trees helps attract bees and keep pests awayLavender planted under fruit trees helps attract bees and keep pests away

16.01.2022 One way to keep grasshoppers under control

16.01.2022 The back garden bed looks fantastic. Nice to sit out the back to enjoy and not be overwhelmed by the mess! - Nov 2020The back garden bed looks fantastic. Nice to sit out the back to enjoy and not be overwhelmed by the mess! - Nov 2020

16.01.2022 Such a happy colour

15.01.2022 Different colour

14.01.2022 A shade tree can lower roof temperatures by up to 8 degreesA shade tree can lower roof temperatures by up to 8 degrees

14.01.2022 Prune old or tatty canna stems to ground levelPrune old or tatty canna stems to ground level

13.01.2022 Prune grevilleas that have flowered profusely. Cut back hard to re-shapePrune grevilleas that have flowered profusely. Cut back hard to re-shape

13.01.2022 Avocados won't ripen until they are picked. Pick one and if it ripens without shrivelling then it is time to pick the rest. Don't leave them on the tree too long or it can affect the fruiting potential for the upcoming year

13.01.2022 Clean out your fireplace and put wood ash around plants that slugs infest. They will become coated in ash and dieClean out your fireplace and put wood ash around plants that slugs infest. They will become coated in ash and die

12.01.2022 Did you know roses are edible? Rose petals are used to make jams, confectionery and rosewater. Rosehips (the seed pod of the rose) are used to make cordials and syrups that are high in Vitamin C

12.01.2022 Give all fruit trees a deep soak once a week in dry times to maintain good health and minimise fruit splittingGive all fruit trees a deep soak once a week in dry times to maintain good health and minimise fruit splitting

11.01.2022 Gorgeous colour

10.01.2022 Every day brings a different task. Today we were weeding a lawn

09.01.2022 When pruning, aim for nice, clean cuts as ragged edges can provide an entry point for disease causing organismsWhen pruning, aim for nice, clean cuts as ragged edges can provide an entry point for disease causing organisms

09.01.2022 Did you know that while eggplant is often thought of as a vegetable, it is actually a fruit as it contains seedsDid you know that while eggplant is often thought of as a vegetable, it is actually a fruit as it contains seeds

09.01.2022 A little rose pruning and weeding job today

08.01.2022 Once the leaves of a bulb have turned yellow, the bulb should have taken up all the nutrients so it is safe to remove the foliageOnce the leaves of a bulb have turned yellow, the bulb should have taken up all the nutrients so it is safe to remove the foliage

08.01.2022 Cut back lemon verbena, mint and lemon balm so they don't become leggy. Use the prunings to flavour drinksCut back lemon verbena, mint and lemon balm so they don't become leggy. Use the prunings to flavour drinks

08.01.2022 Lift and divide most bulbs every 4 years but lift tulips, hyacinths and gladioli every yearLift and divide most bulbs every 4 years but lift tulips, hyacinths and gladioli every year

08.01.2022 Mango trees take 4 10 years to produce fruitMango trees take 4 10 years to produce fruit

08.01.2022 When the weeds are edible

07.01.2022 Limes increase in weight after being picked. The more yellow the skin, the sweeter the lime will beLimes increase in weight after being picked. The more yellow the skin, the sweeter the lime will be

06.01.2022 Plant fast growing leafy green every 6 weeks for continuous croppingPlant fast growing leafy green every 6 weeks for continuous cropping

05.01.2022 There are two types of orchids: epiphytes, which usually grow on trees and terrestrials, which grow in the groundThere are two types of orchids: epiphytes, which usually grow on trees and terrestrials, which grow in the ground

05.01.2022 A recent mulching job

05.01.2022 Walk around your neighbourhood to check out the best autumn foliage trees for your area. Take note then head to your nursery. The trees to buy are ones that are showing the best foliage colour. If the tree isn’t displaying good colour now, it never will

04.01.2022 Pineapples take 15 18 months to maturePineapples take 15 18 months to mature

04.01.2022 Plant half a dozen lettuces every 4 weeks to ensure an ongoing supplyPlant half a dozen lettuces every 4 weeks to ensure an ongoing supply

04.01.2022 Azalea petal blight is a common fungal disease that spoils azalea flowers. Remove damaged flowers promptly and throw them in the bin. Avoid wetting the flowers which encourages the disease

03.01.2022 A beautiful display

03.01.2022 Great herbs for containers include thyme, dill, sage, rosemary, chives, parsley, mint, oregano and basilGreat herbs for containers include thyme, dill, sage, rosemary, chives, parsley, mint, oregano and basil

02.01.2022 If you have a fast, vigorous growing shrub, prune it back by half or moreIf you have a fast, vigorous growing shrub, prune it back by half or more

02.01.2022 Do you have a spot where plants just won't grow in your garden? Consider adding an ornament or water feature insteadDo you have a spot where plants just won't grow in your garden? Consider adding an ornament or water feature instead

02.01.2022 Fertilise native plants. Use a low phosphorous fertiliserFertilise native plants. Use a low phosphorous fertiliser

02.01.2022 Stunning colours

02.01.2022 Wishing all the Dads a very Happy Fathers Day

01.01.2022 Noongar people use a different way of describing the seasons than us. Today is the start of the Bunuru season which runs from February to March. This season is marked by hot easterly winds. Orange symbolises abundance of fishing and lack of rain

01.01.2022 Replace worn liners on hanging baskets and add fresh potting mix and slow release fertiliserReplace worn liners on hanging baskets and add fresh potting mix and slow release fertiliser