Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!
Dear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).
So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64.4% Yes
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33.3% No
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2.4% Other - I'll share below
Christmas Pottery Sale - Havelock North
Looking for something unique for your Christmas table, as a present or perhaps something to brighten up the garden for when guests arrive? The Pottery at 26 Bennelong Place, Havelock North will hold their Christmas sale on Saturday, December 16 from 9am - 2pm. There's a wide range of good quality, handcrafted goods that you won't find anywhere else. Don't miss this opportunity! Everything on offer from staked flowers and other garden art, tealight houses, vases, plates, bowls, cups, Christmas decorations, right up to some gorgeous wee mice to delight any child. Come along and find something special.
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.