#gardening australia

[hasellia]

Don't show me your fancast of Australian Dungeon Meshi if it doesn't include: Costa Georgiadis as Senshi,

& Issa Shultz as Chillchuck Tims

[bumblebeeappletree]

Costa is in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney with good friends Manu and Jude, lending a hand with a garden project for a neighbour. Their mission is to set a tea patch and wicking bed planters for a member of Manu’s Farm It Forward movement, Riri, who is vision impaired.

Riri explains that she lost her eyesight more than 30 years ago but she never had the courage or confidence to walk down her street on her own, as there are no footpaths. But when she heard that Farm It Forward had set up at the end of her street she took the plunge to walk down there. “I met Manu and that’s how it all started,” she says.

“When you can’t see, you tend to stay indoors a lot,” Riri says, “but this will get me out.”

To create two no-dig patches, Manu and Jude first lay down some cardboard across the whole area to help suppress weeds. The sticky tape and staples have to be removed first. Next, they build two long rows of compost and soil mix to form the raised no-dig beds, leaving a pathway in the middle between the beds that they then cover with mulch.

At the end, two wicking beds are made up and planted out.

When the work is complete, the team invites Riri out to help her explore her new gardens.

Filmed on Dharug & Gundungurra Country in the Blue Mountains, NSW

[123countwithme]

May I present to you Jerry from Gardening Australia.

[nando161mando]

[lynburnlegagy123]

Hey, so I'm very much on board with the whole "don't do lawns! Native plants/growing food instead!" thing (current house has exclusively Australian native plants actually planted in the soil, though we do have pots and planter boxes of other stuff, and it's been that way since my grandparents put the native plants there in the 80s) but how does it work when you really need somewhere to run around?

Personally, I often run on the footpath outside my house, or go to a park, but that works because I'm an adult and know how to not get run over by a car. When I was a kid, though, I'd run around on the lawn at the house where I grew up (a rental place we got evicted from, hence moving into my grandparents' place) and it was good, because I didn't need to get parental supervision and the "how to not get run over" rule I learnt first was "don't go past the gate unless supervised".

Anyway, I've been thinking about the possibility of having kids (not imminently, or anything, but thinking about it as more than a vague hypothetical) and don't want to have that possibility equal "guess I'll have a lawn and a picket fence and stuff" but also don't want the kind of yard that could wind up with a toddler tripping on a snake nest I hadn't noticed or something.

Advice, please?

[thehappyvet]

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Costas logies fit honestly he is a gem of Australia 🥺

[rustygreenpaw]

This is a great little video about using a dog’s fantastic sense of smell to locate environmental weeds, and about the wider efforts to combat destructive weeds in our national parks.  It’s also a good reminder to be thoughtful about what you allow to grow in your garden.

I wonder if I can train Rusty to find pests in my garden.. and maybe to pull them out for me too!

[paruvlv]

Medicinal Garden Kit –A Complete Natural Pharmacy in Your Backyard.

 Medicinal Garden Kit –A Complete Natural Pharmacy in Your Backyard.  

"Discovering the Magic: Your Medicinal Garden Kit – A Healing Haven in Your Backyard"

"Step into a Natural Sanctuary"

Imagine the delight of entering your backyard and discovering a rich tapestry of color and aroma. The aroma of lavender and chamomile fills the air, announcing the arrival of your very own medicinal garden. You have access to Nature's pharmacy right here. Part two subtitle: "Your Seeds, Your Sanctuary" We have carefully chosen seeds from only the best plants to include in the Medicinal Garden Kit, guaranteeing nothing less than the highest caliber. With these seeds, you can grow ten amazing herbs that can all be used as a potential cure for different ailments.

The Medicinal Plants You'll Have in Your Backyard:-

California poppy:

A profusion of golden blooms that may have analgesic effects. Yarrow: A hardy herb with anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.

Chicory:

A plant with roots that may improve liver health and aid in digestion.

Marshmallow:

Its roots can be used to relieve irritated skin and sore throats in addition to being a delicious treat.

Chamomile:

Pretty white flowers that steep into a soothing tea that relieves tension.

Evening Primrose:

This plant may be beneficial for women's health and skin conditions due to its vivid blossoms.

Lavender:

A fragrant gem that promotes calm and may help with sleep.

Echinacea:

bolster your defenses against the flu and colds with this potent herb.

Calendula:

Sun-kissed orange blossoms for salves and toners with calming effects on the skin. A daisy-like herb called feverfew may help with

Feverfew: A daisy-like herb that might assist with headaches and migraines.

"Your Guide to Herbal Wisdom" With your kit, you'll also receive a complimentary copy of "Herbal Medicinal Guide: From Seeds to Remedies." Even if you are new to herbal medicine, this detailed guide is your road map to transforming these 10 plants into a variety of therapeutic forms. Essential oils, tinctures, ointments, salves, poultices, decoctions, and infusions are all covered in detail. "Cultivate, Create, Heal" Regardless of experience level, the guide simplifies the procedure into manageable steps. Together, let's investigate these herbs' potential for healing.

"The Missing Piece in Your Backyard"

Your backyard can be more than just a garden; it's a healing haven just waiting to be found. Growing these ten healing plants is more than just creating a pretty garden; it's also an opportunity to improve your health, establish a stronger connection with the natural world, and begin living a more balanced, health-conscious life.

In summary, your Medicinal Garden Kit is an exploration of the craft of herbal medicine rather than merely a set of seeds. You're ready to set out on a path where nature and nurture come together to create a well-being haven right outside your door, with the guide in hand and the plants in your backyard. 

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Your Enchanted Backyard"

Imagine the delight of discovering nature's enchantment in your very own backyard. The aromas of chamomile and lavender fill the air, easing you into the wonders of your very own Medicinal Garden Kit. This kit promises a healing sanctuary just outside your door; it's more than just a bag of seeds.

"Seeds of Quality" is subtitle two.

Your Medicinal Garden Kit will contain hand-selected seeds from the best plants. We believe in giving you the best that nature has to offer, so we only accept superior quality. These seeds can develop into ten amazing herbs, each with special therapeutic qualities.

"Growing, Creating, Healing"

The guide makes it simple, regardless of your level of experience with herbal remedies. Together, let's investigate each herb's potential for healing. 

"A Missing Piece in Your Backyard"

More than just a piece of land, your backyard is a healing sanctuary just waiting to be found. You are creating a haven of -being, strengthening your connection to the wisdom of nature, and opening the door to a more fulfilling, holistic lifestyle when you take care of these ten medicinal plants.

Conclusion. 

"Nature's Gift in Your Hands" 

To sum up, your Medicinal Garden Kit is an adventure into the world of herbal healing, not just a set of seeds to be planted. You can establish a well-being haven just outside your door if you have the guide and the potential of these plants at your disposal.

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[emsalx]

blueberry fields forever

26 feb 2023 

[branchflowerphoto]

ground-dwelling grevillea

australian native flower

[fernsandtales]

🥔🥕 Smol root veggies for a little garden. There is a garden bed I've made for a customer before, and they asked for more veggies "to plant".

The leek crochet pattern used from here.

[rhymingtherapy]

visionary vistas

frame a cherished life,

lived & loved as

verdant & true as a

forest of vertical lines

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RhymingTherapy—January 2025 (my photo Mt Tamborine)

[bumblebeeappletree]

The summer of 2021-2022 saw absolutely scorching temperatures around the country and record-breaking heatwaves. Perth suffered six days in a row of temperatures above 40-degrees, relentless heat that is tough for us, and for our gardens.

1. Choose plants that are suited to your local climate and growing conditions.

This means they are more likely to bounce back after an extreme event. Josh’s local pigface species, Carpobrotus virescens, and grassy Lomandra longifolia look undeniably burnt and worse for wear after the heatwave, but they will bounce back as Perth’s temperatures cool down.

2. Resist the urge to cut off damaged and burnt leaves.

Josh says the next ‘do’, is a ‘don’t’! Pruning back will promote new growth of young, tender foliage that is extremely vulnerable on the next hot day. For other plants like the banana tree, it is very important to not cut off the damaged outer leaves, as this will expose the delicate stems, buds, and rhizomes to potentially damaging heat from direct sun.

3. Don’t regret, prepare!

Rather than react to heat after the fact, prepare your garden so your plants are in great condition heading into summer. Deep, occasional watering of your established plants will help develop the sort of root systems that will help the plant withstand heat waves. The best time to water is either overnight or in the morning, so water is available throughout the day when the plants need it. And of course, keep beds well-mulched to retain moisture and keep plant roots cool.

Young vegie seedlings only have shallow root systems, so watering frequently is the way to go. If you see them wilting, water them straight away—without worrying about the time of day.

4. Utilise shade

Relocate potted plants to the shade on hot days, and use 50% weave shadecloth to protect and shade established in-ground plants. Josh is covering up his fig tree ‘on really hot days, the fruit can literally cook on the plant before you have a chance to pick it and eat it.’ The shade cloth’s open weave allows the plant to respire and maintain airflow, and the white colour reflects sunlight to reduce heating up. Once the heat has passed, remember to take it off.

5. Water for wildlife

Spare a thought for wildlife as well as plants. If you have a birdbath or pond, top them up, and fill up other containers around the garden to ensure there is safe and accessible water around for animals.

At the end of the day, there’s only so much you can do to protect your garden from the elements—some damage is inevitable. But the more prepared you are for extreme heat, the more chance that your plants and gardens will bounce back.

Featured Plants:

COASTAL PIGFACE  - Carpobrotus virescens  

SPINY-HEADED MAT-RUSH - Lomandra longifolia cv. 

PURPLE CORAL PEA - Hardenbergia violacea cv. 

SWEET VIRBURNUM - Viburnum odoratissimum cv. 

CAST IRON PLANT - Aspidistra elatior 

BANANA - Musa cv. 

[arc-hus]

House & Studio in Redhill, Australia - Zuzana&Nicholas

[travelmanposts]

Chihuly Nights, Adelaide Botanic Garden, Australia: As you wander beneath the majestic trees and through the lush landscapes of the Adelaide Botanic Garden, prepare to be captivated by the vibrant, large-scale sculptures of Dale Chihuly, the world's most celebrated contemporary glass artist.��Born in Tacoma, Washington, Dale Chihuly has spent over half a century creating world-class art in various mediums.. The Adelaide Botanic Garden is a 51-hectare public garden at the north-east corner of the Adelaide city centre, in the Adelaide Park Lands. Wikipedia

[dandelionsresilience]

Dandelion News - November 15-21

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1. Wyoming's abortion ban has been overturned, including its ban on abortion medication

“Wyoming is the second state to have its near-total abortion ban overturned this month[…. Seven other states] also approved amendments protecting the right to an abortion. A lawsuit seeking to challenge the [FDA]’s approval of abortion medication recently failed when the Supreme Court refused to hear it[….]”

2. Patches of wildflowers in cities can be just as good for insects as natural meadows – study

“This study confirmed that small areas of urban wildflowers have a high concentration of pollinating insects, and are as valuable to many pollinators as larger areas of natural meadow that you would typically find rurally.”

3. Paris could offer new parents anti-pollution baby 'gift bags' to combat 'forever chemicals'

“The bag includes a stainless steel baby cup, a wooden toy, reusable cotton wipes, and non-toxic cleaning supplies as part of a "green prescription". […] The city will also have 44 centres for protecting mothers and infants that will be without any pollutants[….]”

4. Indigenous guardians embark on a sacred pact to protect the lowland tapir in Colombia

“The tapir is now the focus of an Indigenous-led conservation project[�� A proposed “biocultural corridor”] will protect not only the populations and movements of wildlife such as tapirs, but also the cultural traditions and spirituality of the Inga and other neighboring Indigenous peoples[….]”

5. Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10% of farmland into forest

“[…] 43 billion kroner ($6.1 billion) have been earmarked to acquire land from farmers over the next two decades[.… In addition,] livestock farmers will be taxed for the greenhouse gases emitted by their cows, sheep and pigs from 2030, the first country to do so[….]”

6. The biggest grid storage project using old batteries is online in Texas

“[Element operates “used EV battery packs” with software that can] fine-tune commands at the cell level, instead of treating all the batteries as a monolithic whole. This enables the system to get more use out of each cell without stressing any so much that they break down[….]””

7. Durable supramolecular plastic is fully ocean-degradable and doesn't generate microplastics

“The new material is as strong as conventional plastics and biodegradable, [… and] is therefore expected to help reduce harmful microplastic pollution that accumulates in oceans and soil and eventually enters the food chain.”

8. Big Oil Tax Could Boost Global Loss and Damage Fund by 2000%

“[… A] tax on fossil fuel extraction, which would increase each year, combined with additional taxes on excess profits would […] generate hundreds of billions of dollars by the end of the decade to assist poor and vulnerable communities with the impact of the climate crisis[….]”

9. Rooftop solar meets 107.5 pct of South Australia’s demand, no emergency measures needed

“[T]he state was able to export around 658 MW of capacity to Victoria at the time[….] The export capacity is expected to increase significantly as the new transmission link to NSW[…] should be able to allow an extra 150 MW to be transferred in either direction by Christmas.”

10. Light-altering paint for greenhouses could help lengthen the fruit growing season in less sunny countries

“[Scientists] have developed a spray coating for greenhouses that could help UK farmers to produce more crops in the future using the same or less energy[… by optimising] the wavelength of light shining onto the plants, improving their growth and yield.”

November 8-14 news here | (all credit for images and written material can be found at the source linked; I don’t claim credit for anything but curating.)