The Winter Solstice and We Have Cackleberries Again!
June 20, 2009
Scarecrow’s Log: 21:06:2009:Ice instance again!From the exposition “Pagans party as winter solstice brings hope” in the Age today…”For me (solstice) means giving thanks for what we have — shelter from the cold, a warm house, friends and celebration of good food and drink,” Mr Andrew said.Althoug…
Nine Tips for Beautiful Roses
June 19, 2009
Taking proper care of your roses can seem like a very taxing and moment consuming thing to do, but the results of such care far more than manufacture up for it. Unfortunately, roses are the most difficult flower to manage and keep healthy; however, all good things require high maintenance.
There ar…
Basic Tips for Fertilizing Your Roses
June 17, 2009
It is really urgent to fertilize your roses. That is how your roses get their much needed nutrients. Roses are much like citizens in the things that they need in order to remain healthy. Just like humans they need water and food (fertilizer).
Most types of roses have to be fertilized frequently to…
Winter Colour
June 14, 2009
Scarecrow’s Log: 14:06:2009:Winter is the duration for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the date for home. ~Edith Sitwell~Temperatures that week:Lowest Min -1.0CLowest Max 9.6CHighest Max 14.0C32mm Rain What’s happening in th…
Winter Begins…
June 7, 2009
Scarecrow’s Log: 07:06:2009:First week of winter…rain is falling…the fire is on…Lucky Dog has moved insideTemperatures that week:Lowest Min 2.8CLowest Max 11CHighest Max 14.4C14.5mm RainWhat’s happening in the garden?Those new little chookiesare slowly showing an interestin what we bring to fe…
Seven Tips for Watering Your Roses
June 5, 2009
Watering your roses can be a tricky thing. It is one of the most vital aspects of taking care of your roses. Roses need nearly as much water to stay healthy as society do. Of course there are quite a few things that must be considered before you water your roses. They are as chases:
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Ten Tips for Planting and Growing Roses
June 4, 2009
The art of planting roses doesn’t have to be a complicated thing to do. When you have the right knowledge there is no limit to how beautiful a garden or rosebush that you can create.
Here are some of the best ideas and tips for planting your roses.
1. Check with your local gardening center or flo…