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 gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.8% Small fireworks displays in each community
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8% Keep it as is
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32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.3% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
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