Warren’s gardening tips

14/02/2014 , 5:06 PM by ABC NENW

Warren Sheather’s in the garden this weekend, and as you know his passion is Australian natives.

Despite the hot and dry conditions we’ve had he’s had some success with Callistemon comboynensis, the Cliff Bottlebrush (L) Grevillea Orange Marmalade (R) which is an unusual hybrid.

His tip this week:

Remember the Birds: Keep birdbaths full. We have about 8 birdbaths that are kept filled. Not only birds but kangaroos, wallabies even lizards avail themselves of the water.

Spare a Thought for Nurseries:Like everyone else dependant on rain they are doing it tough. We are still planting. We build up mulch around the plant so it sits in a saucer-shaped depression. Filled with water regularly.

Our Non-commercial Web Site: www.yallaroo.com.au Now over ten years old. Over 600 plant descriptions images. Weekly Garden Diary and wildlife section.

Weeding with Glyphosate: When weeds are growing spot spray with herbicide. Digging out weeds disturbs the soil triggers weed seed germination. Herbicide used sparingly is effective time saving.

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Warren’s gardening tips