 |
|
|
May Gardening
Dear John,
May is autumn’s ‘last hurrah’ in the garden. It’s the month to get outdoors and make the most of the remaining mellow days before winter really sets in. Read more
Companion planting involves grouping garden plants together so that they help each other to grow better. Learn some great combinations here.
Stuck for ideas for Mother’s Day? Here are some horticulturally-related suggestions for garden-minded Mums.
Autumn’s the season when pests can become troublesome in our homes and gardens. Learn how to control these autumn invaders.
This month we are giving garden club members the chance to WIN 1 of 2 Autumn prize packs consisting of a 'WinterGardenz' FlexiGrow 900mm Tunnel kitsets and three seed varieties (RRP $207.50). Enter here.
|
 |
 |
Week 1: May Gardening
Flowers to sow in May – English daisy
English daisy (Bellis perennis) grows so readily that its semi-wild form can sometimes be a bit of a weed in cool climate lawns.
Vegies to sow in May – Baby spinach
Baby spinach leaves add a special touch to mixed salads but, because they go limp if kept for too long in the fridge, it’s a good idea to grow your own and harvest the leaves just as they’re needed.
|
Read more >>
|
Week 2: Gifts for garden-loving mothers
Stuck for ideas for Mother’s Day? Here are some horticulturally-related suggestions for garden-minded Mums.
A starter herb basket, a hand-decorated pot, or a hyacinth vase are all great ideas and are easy to prepare!
|
Read more >>
|
Week 3: Companion planting
Most gardeners have heard of the benefits of companion planting, but many are confused about just what companion planting means and how its principles can be applied in the garden.
Companion planting involves grouping garden plants together so that they help each other to grow better. They can do this in many different ways, such as...
|
Read more >>
|
Week 4: The autumn invaders
Gardeners are usually concerned about the pests that attack their plants, but autumn’s the season when other pests can also become troublesome in our homes and gardens.
Rats and Mice, Fleas and Wasps can all pose problems at this time of year. Controling these pests can be relatively easy...
|
Read more >>
|
| |
|
Tips on Fertilising
Sometimes it would seem that the gardener’s life is complicated by a cacophony of advice. In regards to fertilisers, there are a few simple don’ts which are well worth bearing in mind...
|
Read more >>
|
Need to change your email address?
If your email address has changed or is going to in the future and you would like to continue receiving our Garden Club newsletters, simply CLICK HERE to login, and then you can change your email address and save the new details.
|
|
| |
|
|
|
In cool climates move cold sensitive container plants into a more sheltered position.
|
|
|
WIN an autumn prize pack
Win 1 of 2 autumn prize packs valued at $207.50 each. Perfect for a Mothers Day gift!
Enter here >>
|
|
Tell your friends about Yates & get FREE seeds!
We are rewarding all members who introduce 2 friends to the Yates Garden Club!
Read More >>
|
|
Video Feature
Lawn maintenance
Lawns that stay damp for long periods are often invaded by moss.
View now >>
|
|
Control both pests & diseases
Yates Guardall is a a combined insecticide, miticide and fungicide perfect for vegies.
Read more >>
|
|
Pests: Snail & Slugs
Cause holes in leaves of plants and seedlings chewed off at the base. Silvery trails can also be noticed.
Solution >>
|
|
Vegie Garden
Baby Spinach - With their pleasant nutty flavour, will be ready for picking in a matter of weeks.
Read more >>
|
|
Flower Bed
English daisy - Foliage becomes studded with fluffy daisies in charming shades of pink, rose and white.
Read more >>
|
|
Winter Gardenz
A local greenhouse & accessories company that manufatures quality products.
Latest offers >>
|
|
Join Garden Club
Not a member of our Garden Club? Membership is free & you get great gardening info & access to promos.
Join now
|
|
|
| |
|
You are receiving this email because you signed up to the Yates Garden Club.
If you no longer wish to receive it, click "Unsubscribe"
Product Range | Contact Us | Unsubscribe
|
|
|
