Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden
If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.
Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.
First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.
For all his tips and advice click read more.
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Poll: When should the tree go up? ๐
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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44.3% 1st December
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16.9% A week before Christmas
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32.5% Whenever you wish
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
๐๐ฅ Staggering statistics from the Annual Crash Statement 2022
Stats reveal why carrying an emergency card and tag is a smart move!
Between 2018 and 2022, there were:
๐ด 1,545 fatal crashes
๐ 10,195 serious crashes
๐ข 43,753 minor crashes
In an emergency, having your important medical info (if any), and emergency contacts easily accessible could make all the difference. Protect yourself and your loved onesโ have peace of mind and be prepared for the unexpected.
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Stay safe, stay prepared! #EmergencyCard #RoadSafety #BePrepared
Data sourced from www.transport.govt.nz...