A Guide to Ornamental Trees
Ornamental trees are striking plants that can add visual appeal to any garden. A single large ornamental tree can make a stunning garden centrepiece while planting several smaller trees can…
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Ground Cover Plants
Ground Cover Plants Ground cover plants are a diverse group of plants that grow quickly across the ground. Ranging from gorgeous flowering vines to hardy low-maintenance shrubs, most ground cover…
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Not All Potting Mixes are Created Equal.
…groups of plants. This is not just relevant for potted plants, but also for outdoor garden beds, where the natural backyard soil conditions may be nutrient-deficient, unsuitable or unpredictable. Generally,…
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Perennials
…roots, start filling out in the second, and hit full stride from the third year onwards. Be patient with new plantings. Many perennials can be divided to create new plants…
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Planting Bare Root Trees
…planting bare root plants, from roses to fruit trees. Some of the best bare root plants become available in June/July and can be planted this season, so they are established…
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How much sunlight do plants really need?
…plant prefers a certain amount of light. Often plants producing fruits, vegetables and flowers require more light. These plants may struggle if they are not receiving enough light. Indoors Versus…
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Top 10 Plants to Plant this Season
…you have to take advantage of it. To help you with this, we’ve got the top 10 plants you should plant this season. 1. Raphiolepis ‘Oriental Pearl’ As a low-growing,…
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Garden Design Styles
…about plants and gardening. Explore our, quick guides, tips for different plants and styles, general info and much more. Garden Styles The Busy Homeowner’s Guide to Low Maintenance Modern Gardens…
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How to Grow and Care for Gardenias
…to successfully grow gardenias, what do they like and what does the plant want you to know. Planting If you want to plant gardenias in your yard, it’s best to…
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Fertiliser
Fertiliser Fertiliser gives your plants the nutrients they need to grow, flower, and fruit well. The right fertiliser at the right time can make a noticeable difference to plant health…
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How to Prepare Your Garden For Autumn in Australia
…Summer Pants. If you’ve planted new Summer plants, it’s important to make sure that they’re getting enough water during sunny periods of no rain. Planting Citrus Trees is particularly popular…
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Potting Mix
Potting Mix The right potting mix makes the difference between plants that survive and plants that thrive. Different plants need different mixes, and getting it wrong is one of the…
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Advice | Garden Styles | Tips
5 Great Reasons to Grow Australian Bush Foods at Home
…tucker plant. Unlike traditional vegetable gardens that need specific seasons to thrive, native plants are champions of adaptability. They’ve evolved to cope with Australia’s diverse climates, from the cool, temperate…
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Quick Guide: Indoor Plants Advice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnLfkJfFlzc&feature=emb_title Indoor Plants bring life and colour to your home. They improve air quality and even help decrease stress and blood pressure. We love indoor plants, and we think everyone should have…
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How to Grow and Care for Magnolias
…are a low maintenance plant Magnolia Trees are hardy plants with strong branches and large, waxy leaves. Some are deciduous and will bloom in Spring, while other species are evergreen…
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Unlock the Secrets of Edible Bush Tucker Plants: Get More Garden Bang for your Plant Buck
…when soil washes away, it takes nutrients and the very foundation plants need to grow with it. This is where our edible bush tucker plants come to the rescue. They’re…
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Maximising Your Garden’s Potential: Creative Ideas for Tomatoes & Basil
…tasty plants to a separate veggie patch, why not make your entire garden both beautiful and productive by blending tomatoes and basil with your regular plants? This approach, known as…
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How to Grow and Care for Hydrangeas?
…format, or learn how to Make Your Own Hydrangea Wreath for the Christmas holidays Planting a Hydrangea Hydrangeas are flowering shrubs native to Asia and The Americas. This hardy plant…
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Choosing the right pot for your plant
…comes to watering, you remove the nursery pot from inside the Cachepot, water the plant, wait for it to drain and then place it back! https://www.sunset.com/garden/houseplants-does-your-planter-need-a-saucer https://www.bioadvanced.com/articles/choosing-right-pot-plants https://www.miraclegro.com/en-us/library/container-gardening/how-pick-right-pot-your-plant https://www.thesill.com/blogs/the-basics/how-to-choose-right-pot-houseplants https://gardeningmentor.com/container-gardening/…
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Australian Natives
Australian Native Plants Australian natives are plants that occur naturally across our continent, from coastal banksias to inland grevilleas. They have evolved over millions of years to suit Australian conditions,…
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Indoor Pots
…and can cause root rot. Too small and the plant becomes root-bound quickly. Drainage is essential for indoor plants. Choose pots with drainage holes and use a saucer underneath, or…
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From Seed to Sauce: Growing and Cooking with Tomatoes and Basil
…Planting and Caring for Tomatoes and Basil Planting Techniques Once your garden or containers are ready, it’s time to plant. If you’re transplanting seedlings, carefully remove them from their pots,…
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Jade Plant
…Pruning is not necessary, but can be done to control the shape and size of the plant. Overall, the Jade Plant is a reliable and low-maintenance plant that adds a…
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Edible Beauties: Exploring Bush Tucker Plants with Ornamental Flair
…we venture into an enchanting world of bush tucker plants, where beauty meets bounty, right here in the heart of Victoria, Australia. Bush tucker plants are the jewels of Australia’s…
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Ornamentals Trees
…camellias and gardenias provide seasonal colour and fragrance. Foliage plants like Japanese maples offer stunning autumn colour. Structural plants like topiary box or ornamental conifers provide year-round form. Most ornamentals…
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Shrubs
…garden style, there’s a shrub that fits. Shrubs are incredibly versatile. Use them as foundation plantings around the house, as border plants along paths, as specimen features in garden beds,…
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Garden Guide
The Ultimate Garden Guide At Diaco’s, we love helping out, so we have created this handy gardening advice section. We have years of experience and we are passionate about plants…
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A Seasonal Guide to Autumn Vegetables
…on a timer and adjust to release enough water to soak your plants without overwatering them. Choosing Your Plants The best vegetables to plant in autumn should be able to…
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Watering your plants – when and how much?
…with planning watering schedules. Timing The time of day you are watering your plants also influences how much water the plants can absorb. The ideal time to water your plants…
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Vegetables and Herbs
…different from Sydney or Brisbane. Our cooler winters mean you need to wait until mid-October before planting warm-season crops like tomatoes outdoors. Planting too early in Melbourne often leads to…
