Heirloom Tomato Plants and Other Vegetables
It must be spring - the first white butterflies have arrived. Hopefully the cold spells are behind us. Time to get planting.
Visit us at the Waikanae Community Market, Park Road, Sat 8.00 - 12.00 and Otaki Market, SH1 opposite New World, Sun 9.00 - 2.00.
Tomatoes coming on really fast and ready to be planted directly in the ground from now on.
Other plants include:
Zucchini and Scallopini
Pumpkin - Crown, Butternut, Buttercup and Kumi Kumi
Cucumber - various types
Peas
Beans, climbing and bush (green, purple and yellow varieties) PLUS the first of the Scarlet Runners (growing so fast you can almost see it!)
Spring onions and herbs
We try to provide boxes for those buying multiple plants but we are limited for space so, if possible, please bring a suitable container for your purchases. Cloth bags are NOT suitable for tender young seedlings!
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
It’s Riddle Time – You Might Need an Extra Cup of Coffee!
Nobody has ever walked this way. Which way is it?
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The tiger who came to tea
Trays are such a useful item to have in the home – they are obviously great for serving food and drinks, particularly breakfast in bed! Find out how to create your own with Resene wallpaper and Resene Colorwood wood stain with these easy step by step instructions.
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