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Soil and watering the key to potted citrus success
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"Many people buy potting mix...put their plants in, and then nothing happens", says citrus expert, Ian Tolley.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Don't get dazzled by pretty flowers, choose what works in your home garden
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It's easy to have the best of intentions for your home garden, but if you get distracted by all the pretty flowers, you may be overlooking what works best on your property.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The best trees to bring autumn colour to your home garden
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Horticultural Supervisor at Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens, Mark Oborn says, "One of my favourites is the Pin Oak".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Plant the right vegetables in SA now and enjoy a bountiful harvest in June
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If independent climatologist, Darren Ray is correct South Australian home gardeners can expect ideal vegetable growing conditions to continue throughout autumn.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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'Difficult' fruit-growing season impacted by inconsistent SA weather
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McLaren Flat fruit & nut specialist, Chris Perry said, "The moist, cool conditions, didn't really aid fruit set".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Can you recover your burnt home lawn after the Adelaide heatwave?
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With the recent Adelaide heatwave, home lawns are still struggling to deal with the stress. is it possible to return your lawn to a vibrant green again?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Finger lime - Australia's only native citrus fruit
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Mark Henley from the SA Rare Fruits Society says, "Finger limes will grow in fairly diverse parts of South Australia".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Begonias adding colour to shady Adelaide gardens
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If your home garden is on the shady side, and you're looking to bringing it to life, President of the Begonia Society, Val Hendy has got just the solution.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A dry Autumn ahead for South Australia
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Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray is predicting a dry March & April and "as we go through Winter, it might start off a touch on the dry side".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Planting herbs for cooking, medicine or pleasure in your home garden
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"The only thing you need to be a little bit careful of", said author & herb expert, Penny Woodward. "Is if you're planting them out in exposed positions and we get a couple of really hot days".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A great 'growing season' in SA means it's time to propagate
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"The 28 to 32 degrees, with a little bit of rain early on, it's just been fantastic, plants are booming!", said Adelaide Botanic Gardens' Head propagator, Matt Coulter.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The connected gardens of Elizabeth creating community in Adelaide's north
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"We're connected with our neighbours through gates", said Joe Kielnerowski from Joe's Connected Garden. "There's about 20 gardens connected in three locations".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Top heat beating plants for SA gardens
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What are the best 'heat beaters' for home gardens in SA? "The majority of them would occur in less than 12 inches of natural rainfall", said Eremphilas authority, Ken Warnes.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How gardeners can ensure SA remains the 'fruit salad state'
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"Turning your back on your fruit trees at the end of harvest is probably not a good thing to do", says ABC Talkback Gardening expert, Jon Lamb.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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SA horticulturalists recommend the best heat tolerant plants
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Garden centre manager, Brett Draper and Merylyn Kuchel from SA Mediterranean Garden Society offer their tips on heat tolerant plants.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Drippers, sprays & emitters - the best way to irrigate your home garden
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There is nothing like a sudden spike in warm weather to focus home gardeners on the importance of watering.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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More of the same for the rest of summer in SA says independent climatologist
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On ABC Talkback Gardening, Independent climatologist, Darren Ray revealed we can expect more of the same for the remainder of summer in South Australia.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Community gardens thrive & garden clubs fade in SA post-pandemic peak
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The Covid-19 pandemic created space for many South Australians to develop a green thumb. Now post-pandemic peak, and normality returning there is a shift.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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‘New age’ garden products to grow and protect plants, kill pests and keep your pet safe
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Horticulturist and Garden Centre Manager, Brett Draper discusses products that can make a difference to your garden and the surrounding environment.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Wild summer storms in SA impacts home gardeners
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During SA's summer storms, many locations received 60 to 70mm of rain. While the rain was welcome, the weather played havoc with some home gardens.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How to ensure a big crop of avocados in your home garden
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Avocados are easy to grow in South Australia, but producing a large crop of fruit in your home garden, that's a different story.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Christmas Day weather prediction for South Australia
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Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray said there's, "a possible weak change just ahead of Christmas" and revealed his estimated temperature for December 25.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Summer crops are flourishing in SA but where's the fruit?
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Tomato, cucumber and zucchini plants are looking great in SA, but many are not setting fruit. Vegetable agronomist, Dominic Cavallaro has the answer.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Bees, wasps, bats and possums all capable of pollination
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"For every species of bee there are fifty species of wasps, so that's tremendous diversity", said Elisabeth Williamson, Entomologist & Micro-biologist, and PhD student.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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3-month weather forecast for SA reveals Christmas temp predictions
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Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray said, "We could see a little bit of heat, maybe around the 20th or so, building up as we lead up to Christmas".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How to harvest your tomatoes by Christmas
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Spring temperatures have been cooler than expected in South Australia. Tomatoes prefer temperatures in the upper 20s, so what can you put in place?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Beautiful bromeliads delivering colour to Spring gardens in SA
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Inspired by the Bromeliad Society's Spring Show, South Australian gardeners are taking to bromeliads, as an opportunity to add colour to a Spring garden with shade.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Ferns aren't just for the tropics, they can also thrive in SA too
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When you think of ferns, you often picture thriving rainforests. So, can they survive in SA's hot, dry climate? They can, says Wayne Richards from the SA Fern Society.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Hot, dry weather forecast for Adelaide late-Spring & Summer
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In September Adelaide experienced temperatures 3 .7° C above average. How did it get so hot so quickly? Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray explains.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How to prepare your home lawn for the hot, dry Adelaide Summer
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"It'll be more of a case of adapting", said turf consultant, Stefan Palm who provides tips to prepare your lawn for the hot weather ahead.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Jon Lamb calls it, "Let the 2023 tomato-planting season begin!"
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"With two weeks of day temperatures into the 20s you can plant with a fair amount of confidence", said ABC Talkback Gardening expert, Jon Lamb.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Mulch now to protect your garden from the impending Adelaide Summer heat
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Experienced gardeners are already taking action to protect their plants and gardens from the impending summer heat. One of the most effective ways of adding a layer of protection is mulch.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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That's a wrap for The Show and Department of Environment Director
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Before signing off at the Royal Adelaide Show, outgoing Director of the Department of Environment, John Schultz said, "We need more Jon Lamb's to put out more Good Gardening newsletters".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Spring has sprung for gardeners at the Royal Adelaide Show
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ABC Talkback Gardening broadcast live from the Royal Adelaide Show on the first day of spring, 2023. Guests joining Deb Tribe & Jon Lamb included ABC Gardening Australia presenter and Talkback Gardening expert, Sophie Thomson.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Adelaide garden centres report an early run on tomato seedlings and basil
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There is nothing like blue skies and sunshine at the end of winter to encourage Adelaide gardeners to start planting and get growing. But, Adelaide Botanic Gardens Head Propagator, Matt Coulter said, "It does need a little bit of help to keep it growing".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How to create a berry delicious garden in South Australia
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Rubus berries, raspberries, blackberries and dewberries can make for a delicious addition to your home garden.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Bud burst, leaf curl and managing deciduous fruit trees in South Australia
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There are some important management issues facing home gardeners this season including bud burst and leaf curl. Paul James shares his expertise with ABC Talkback Gardening.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Extreme weather could be normal in SA by 2050
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There has been sustained extreme weather over the past two months in the northern hemisphere in countries like Greece and Canada. That could be normal for SA by 2050. Darren: The weather just experienced in the United States and Europe will be our normal weather by 2050 – that is assuming we can contain global warming to 1.5° C?…
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Camelias bring a burst of winter colour to Adelaide gardens
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Camellia authority, Camellia judge and Patron of the Adelaide Hills Camellia Society, Jon Hall said, "Camelias thrive in this type of weather".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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White garden snails spreading across the Adelaide suburbs, Hills and Fleurieu
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White garden snails are on the increase in South Australia, introduced to home gardens via pea straw mulch.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Native plants bringing colour to winter gardens
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Native plants are low maintenance, they attract wildlife, and provide a pop of colour during the cold winter months.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How to control soursobs in your garden
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Soursobs are a thorn in the side of gardeners throughout SA. Weed Agromonist, Chris Butler says, "Soursobs dominate the landscape because of the numbers".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Adelaide rainfall exceeds June average, as oceans continue to warm
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It was a wet June in Adelaide, with 125mm of rain recorded compared to an average 71.6mm. Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray says, "Ocean temperatures globally are off the charts".Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Wet winter weather drives slug and snail increase in gardens
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A combination of wet winter weather and increased mulching has provided the perfect habitat for slugs and snails, says 'snug' expert, Michael Nash.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Covid lessons bear fruit for SA gardeners
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Covid-19 kickstarted a renewed interest in home gardening and the opportunity for everyone to grow their own produce.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Winter has arrived and weather conditions are likely to be considerably warmer and drier than normal according to the Bureau of Meteorology.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Dahlias back in fashion in South Australian gardens
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For some gardeners, dahlias are a thing of the past. But, Neville Jescke from the South Australian Dahlia Society says they're making a comeback.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How to manage citrus trees throughout Adelaide's cold winter months
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Riverland citrus authority, Ian Tolley shares his expertise on ABC Talkback Gardening, to enable you to confidently manage your citrus trees throughout Adelaide's cold winter months.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The organic value of fallen autumn leaves
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For some, fallen autumn leaves can mean a mess. But for those who know, fallen leaves are part of a circular cycle with enormous organic value to trees.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The average rainfall in Adelaide is 44mm in April. So why was last month so wet? ABC Talkback Gardening expert Jon Lamb asks Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray to explain.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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