Thank you for using Neighbourly
Linen has been used for thousands of years for clothes, beding and furnishings. It is loved for its soft and cool feel. It is a very strong and durable material which will last much longer than other alternatives, like cotton. Growing your own linen may see overwhelming, but it helps to break it … View moreLinen has been used for thousands of years for clothes, beding and furnishings. It is loved for its soft and cool feel. It is a very strong and durable material which will last much longer than other alternatives, like cotton. Growing your own linen may see overwhelming, but it helps to break it down into manageable steps.
Plant 1 kg. fibre flax seed in a 6m x 6m plot
One plot will give you enough fibre to make a shirt from line (long linen fibres) and tow to weave a couple of towels. Your actual yield will depend on growing conditions, how well you weed the plot and how perfect your retting and hackling techniques are.
Broadcast the seed thickly, over well tilled ground and then walk on it to firm the seed in.
Weed it well about 4 weeks after planting.
Your flax will take about 2 weeks to germinate in a cool, wet spring. When it reaches just over 5cm in height you should walk into the plot and weed it well. You can step on the plants without damaging them when they are between 5cm and 30cm tall.
Admire the blue flax flowers as the linen grows
Once the bed has been weeded well, you can just admire it as it grows. About 60 days from planting the flowers start to open. It is very beautiful watching the blue flowers swaying in the breeze. Each flower is open for only one day. Each stock produces several flowers and each flower turns into a seed boll with 6 to 8 seeds.
100 days after planting, harvest the flax
The stocks of flax will be 2/3rds yellow and 1/3rd still green when it is ready to harvest. The flowering will be finished and each slender flax plant will have 4 to 6 seed bolls. You harvest the flax by hand, by pulling each plant out by the roots. Toss the weeds and place the stems of flax in order. Tie into bundles (shooks) about 30cm across, using strong twine.
See the whole method here: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Hi I work for a small rest home in Matua and up till recently we had a person pick up our food scraps for their pigs. They no longer require them so once again we have food scraps available to anyone that is interested please contact Sharon 027 7722 658
Can anyone recommend the least expensive option for a young adult to remove wisdom teeth?
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition … View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.
Labour Weekend is a great time to do outdoor jobs in preparation for summer, but before you turn on the tap make sure you check the Water Watchers Plan 💧
Water blasters and high-pressure cleaners are fine to use at home until December, but if you’re planning to use a hose with a trigger … View moreLabour Weekend is a great time to do outdoor jobs in preparation for summer, but before you turn on the tap make sure you check the Water Watchers Plan 💧
Water blasters and high-pressure cleaners are fine to use at home until December, but if you’re planning to use a hose with a trigger nozzle to wash down any hard surfaces, you should act fast, as this is prohibited from 1 November.
Find out more about how you can help save water here bit.ly...
Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
(PLEASE NOTE: we will not be picking up from these points after WED 26th OCTOBER).
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• 4 Seasons, The Crossing
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown … View moreBooks and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
(PLEASE NOTE: we will not be picking up from these points after WED 26th OCTOBER).
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• 4 Seasons, The Crossing
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
• Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui
Please no magazines, encyclopedias –
Enquiries phone 5792204 or 027 2705292 or 5434418.
Booksale date, 4th, 5th & 6th November at the Racecourse.
|Bring the best of the beach indoors| to enjoy year round with the Resene Colorwood. We Speak Beach collection of weathered colourwash tones designed to add soft colour washes to interior timber. Designed and made in New Zealand and available from Resene ColorShops.
Also one for the kids
… View more|Bring the best of the beach indoors| to enjoy year round with the Resene Colorwood. We Speak Beach collection of weathered colourwash tones designed to add soft colour washes to interior timber. Designed and made in New Zealand and available from Resene ColorShops.
Also one for the kids
Need something to entertain the kids, big or small?
Distract your kids from their devices with some hands on DIY and craft projects. Check out the Resene DIY project ideas with lots of step-by-step instructions for kids of all ages.
Results from the NZ Civil Defence Annual Disaster Preparedness Survey show only two out of five of us are ready to get through it.
At 9.30am on 27 October 2022 we’re having our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi ShakeOut, which is a great opportunity to practice your drop, cover, … View moreResults from the NZ Civil Defence Annual Disaster Preparedness Survey show only two out of five of us are ready to get through it.
At 9.30am on 27 October 2022 we’re having our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi ShakeOut, which is a great opportunity to practice your drop, cover, hold action during an earthquake.
It’s also a great time to think about making a plan with your whānau to get ready for disaster. To make it easy, visit www.getready.govt.nz... and download a template, also available in te reo Māori and 21 other languages.
Solid Rimu bed base, circa 1985, in good order. Takes king sized mattress. Only damage is top end of middle bar attached with metal plate. Slats all good, strapping a little tired. Getting rid of it as it is too large for bedroom. Still years of use in it. Phone Barbara 0275787458
Anyone using DX mail to send things be aware they are so short staffed there is a huge back log of mail waiting to be delivered. We had a power cut 4 October. Letter dated 23 September from Trust Power with large wording of impending power outage on envelope was received 10 October!!!! No plan … View moreAnyone using DX mail to send things be aware they are so short staffed there is a huge back log of mail waiting to be delivered. We had a power cut 4 October. Letter dated 23 September from Trust Power with large wording of impending power outage on envelope was received 10 October!!!! No plan to have hot water available. Today received an important letter from Hospital advising of an urgent appointment I have. Letter dated 28 September received today! Just as well hospital phoned to confirm this appointment a couple of weeks ago!!. DX Mail Mt Maunganui were not apologetic in any way so.......
ALL FREE - Shovels - Fork - Rake - Axe - Heavy Steel Pointer - Trimmer - Rammer - Grubber - Hoe - Crowbar - Pickaxe - Sythe.
For sale: genuine leather couch and two recliners. Super comfortable soft yellow leather. Over 10 years old, but in good condition. For details such as size, condition, more photos, etc., don't hesitate to give us a call, or come over to have a look. We can sell 1, 2 or all 3 items. Price? … View moreFor sale: genuine leather couch and two recliners. Super comfortable soft yellow leather. Over 10 years old, but in good condition. For details such as size, condition, more photos, etc., don't hesitate to give us a call, or come over to have a look. We can sell 1, 2 or all 3 items. Price? Make an offer. Please contact Elly at 027 - 371 8720
Escape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.
We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural … View moreEscape to Whakatāne this summer in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty – we are the most beautiful place in the country, Supreme Winner in the Keep NZ Beautiful Awards.
We’re also the home of NZ’s most loved beach at Ōhope. Then there’s the wide open spaces, the immersive cultural experiences, the outdoor adventure, the eco experiences and so much more. Summer like this? #DiscoverOurLocal
Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.
We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a … View moreNourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.
We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a pair of undies to find out how healthy your soil is? Or try a quick “worm count” test, building a “compost jar” (great fun for kids) or do a food waste audit.
Plus we’ve easy to follow steps on how to turn your food scraps & garden waste into fabulous compost.
19 Drawer/Door Handles suitable for kitchen etc. Measurement between screw centres is 130mm. Screws included. Brushed silver colour. Selling as one lot of 19 handles.
© Neighbourly 2024
Loading…
