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Ever wanted to know more about the ecology of your garden? Or even just what some of the plants are?
We live in the midst of thousands of species of plants, and that's just the ones that are big enough to see!
Many are frequently mistaken for other, better-known species. "Dark … View moreEver wanted to know more about the ecology of your garden? Or even just what some of the plants are?
We live in the midst of thousands of species of plants, and that's just the ones that are big enough to see!
Many are frequently mistaken for other, better-known species. "Dark nightshade" and "American nightshade" are both native to NZ and a valuable part of sunlit forest margin revegetation, attracting honeybees. Both these native species are usually mistaken for the common weed "Black nightshade", which itself is often mistakenly referred to as "Deadly nightshade", causing needless worry.
Once recognised, native grasses, sedges and mosses that emerge wild in our gardens can be nurtured to form a beautiful self-maintaining ground cover, keeping out the true weeds. This is especially effective between tiles and in cracked paving.
Near streams or runoff channels, conserving these wild plants is often the fastest and cheapest way to prevent erosion and improving water quality, as is well-recognised in stormwater policies.
Weed tree seedlings can be identified at 2cm high and uprooted in a second, rather than growing up to become troublesome and expensive pest plants, taking over the garden, some even needing to be felled by arborists. Brush wattles can grow to several metres high in a very few years.
Moth plant seedlings quickly become deep-rooted vines with toxic sap, invisibly sneaking behind and through shrubbery, hedges, trees and fences until removal becomes a big job.
As part of restoring local gardens, forests, streams and wetlands, we have learned to use the scientific plant identification process and the "Citizen Science" community to identify any plants, and many insects, we don't recognise.
We recognise the challenges faced by busy homeowners trying to manage weeds in the soil conditions commonly encountered in North Shore neighbourhoods.
In a one-hour visit we will identify your native and weed plants, assess your soil quality and weed control strategies, and offer new, chemical-free solutions if needed.
Here’s a sweet Easter treat. Shop our Mega Easter Bed Sale now to save up to 60% off on NZ made Beds & Mattresses with Free Local Delivery*
Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
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- 19 stores across North … View moreHere’s a sweet Easter treat. Shop our Mega Easter Bed Sale now to save up to 60% off on NZ made Beds & Mattresses with Free Local Delivery*
Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
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- 19 stores across North Island
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Happy Easter everyone!
Red Cross invites you to come this Easter weekend!🐣
Our hours are as followed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10am-4pm… View moreHappy Easter everyone!
Red Cross invites you to come this Easter weekend!🐣
Our hours are as followed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10am-4pm
We look forward to seeing you!
Unit M/18 Link Drive Wairau Park
Hi! Please take note of our Easter shop hours:
OPEN on Black Saturday, 9AM to 5PM.
CLOSED on Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Monday.
See you all back on Tuesday, 11 April 2023. 😊
Our online store is open all weekend.
Bring out the best in your home.
Get 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops!
Hurry Resene sale ends Tuesday 11th April.
Shop online at shop.resene.co.nz or visit your local Resene ColorShop.
If you need help to get rid of unwanted furniture or household junk give us a call!
When get items gifted back to the community to be reused or recycled before we take things to landfill.
Let’s send your junk to a better place!
Call 021 586544 or email info@junkrun.co.nz
Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.
As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.
… View moreBe in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.
As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.
They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies.
Is your school, sports team, charity or organisation in need of extra space? Apply for 1 of 8 sponsorship packages of $10,000 cash + 2 free storage units for a year.
At National Mini Storage, we’re on a mission to help our Auckland communities get the space they so greatly need. That’s why … View moreIs your school, sports team, charity or organisation in need of extra space? Apply for 1 of 8 sponsorship packages of $10,000 cash + 2 free storage units for a year.
At National Mini Storage, we’re on a mission to help our Auckland communities get the space they so greatly need. That’s why we’ve launched our Creating Space sponsorships, offering over $120,000 in cash grants and storage.
Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.
For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business… View moreSpoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.
For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business has shipped hundreds of spring and summer flowering bulbs and tubers all over New Zealand from their base near Feilding.
Offer valid until 11:59pm 14 May 2023. For full terms and conditions click here.
Happy Mother’s Day
I am offering free laser cutting and engraving for my neighbors in Forrest Hill this week.
If you have something you would like to have cut or engraved feel free to send me a direct message.
Have a look at my website to see some samples :
www.geosaffer.com...
📣 As we move to recovery, select areas within our west coast regional parks will be re-opening on Saturday 1 April, but many, including Muriwai regional park and Piha, remain closed with cordons in place.
ℹ️ Click on 'Read More' for the full list.
Have you been told to stop doing something you love because of osteoarthritis? By working with your doctors and a physiotherapist, we can often find a way to keep you active, doing what you love. Let us know your experiences below and just remember to seek advise from your health care provider if … View moreHave you been told to stop doing something you love because of osteoarthritis? By working with your doctors and a physiotherapist, we can often find a way to keep you active, doing what you love. Let us know your experiences below and just remember to seek advise from your health care provider if you have any questions
We have a large range of unit sizes that suit personal and commercial needs. Pop in and view or phone to get more information. 09 444 2040.
Hello North Shore neighbours! We’re at Glenfield Library Centre to assist with your insurance claim.
Visit us at 90 Bentley Avenue, Glenfield. We’ll be open weekdays, from Wednesday 29 March, 9am – 4pm (closed public holidays).
You don’t need to make a booking, just come on down. For … View moreHello North Shore neighbours! We’re at Glenfield Library Centre to assist with your insurance claim.
Visit us at 90 Bentley Avenue, Glenfield. We’ll be open weekdays, from Wednesday 29 March, 9am – 4pm (closed public holidays).
You don’t need to make a booking, just come on down. For details of our other locations, visit the Community Information Hubs page.
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