Carterton Daffodil Festival - next weekend!
Carterton is gearing up for another huge weekend in September with the return of the iconic Daffodil Festival on Sunday 10 September, and the Big Wai Art show on 8-10 September (next weekend!).
This spring festival is one of New Zealand’s longest running events and often sees more than 10,000 visitors come to town. People can expect to see all their favourite activities – from daffodil picking at historic Middlerun farm, to steam train excursions, the High Street market, and street performances. And the Wai Art exhibition too.
The festival and these gorgeous flowers just oozes Spring - make a plan with your friends and family to join in on the fun!
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Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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44.1% 1st December
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17.1% A week before Christmas
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32.4% Whenever you wish
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.