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These five tips will help to keep your house greens looking lush!
1. Potting and repotting
When potting a plant, choose a pot that has good drainage and always use a good quality potting mix (I use Tully’s Perfect Potting). If you do have a pot without drainage, you can pot it in a smaller … View moreThese five tips will help to keep your house greens looking lush!
1. Potting and repotting
When potting a plant, choose a pot that has good drainage and always use a good quality potting mix (I use Tully’s Perfect Potting). If you do have a pot without drainage, you can pot it in a smaller plastic pot and pop it inside.
When repotting, pick a pot that’s one size bigger than the one you have, place some firmly packed potting mix in the bottom and a small sprinkle of plant fertiliser (I use Ecostore Organic Biophos). Give the plant a good water and gently tip the pot on its side and ease out the plant, place it in the new pot and gently fill with potting mix, press down soil and keep filling until you are about 2-4cm from the top of the pot.
2. Light
Most plants like bright indirect sunlight. Plants get their nourishment and energy from the sun so don’t be shy about placing them in bright sunlight. As the seasons change, watch the light levels and move plants closer or further away from windows. Some plants can survive in very dim light but give them a bright light holiday one day a week. Pale foliage is a sign that your plant might not be getting enough light and brown patches on leaves can mean the plant is getting singed.
3. Water
One of the most common reasons indoor plants die is overwatering. The majority of plants need to be watered once a week. Once a month place them in a sink or bucket and drench the soil and roots, then let the water drain out well before placing them back in their spots. There are a few plants that like more water, such as peace lilies, and some that like less, including ZZ plants and snake plants.
4. Humidity
Lots of indoor plants, and the majority of what we sell, originate from sub-tropical rainforest-type climates. They love a light misting daily or you can sit them in the bathroom while you take a shower.
5. Choosing plants
Pick the right plant for you and your lifestyle. If you are new to house plants, start with an easy-care plant such as a succulent or cactus, then you can graduate to other types. If you go away a lot choose a plant that can survive without attention. If you live in the city you might want to think about plants that have super air cleansing powers.
The whole process of choosing plants and their weekly routine can be quite meditative. Enjoy the watering rituals you create — it’s a good chance to practise your mindfulness. Just remember once you start it’s hard to stop!
You will all recognise who this is but who knows the history of this picture taken at Wellington Airport?
Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create … View morePut your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.
This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas of a yellow hammer.
"Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella). I didn't know what it was as it isn't, well, yellow. But it has the right markings and the folk on NZ Birders say it's a yellowhammer. Must be a very cream and brown … View moreThis week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas of a yellow hammer.
"Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella). I didn't know what it was as it isn't, well, yellow. But it has the right markings and the folk on NZ Birders say it's a yellowhammer. Must be a very cream and brown female. Learn something new everyday."
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.
Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View moreJust because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.
Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.
Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.
The team at New Zealand Food Safety
Has anyone got a coffee table they don't want? Need one for our flat to do puzzles on! Can pick up.
Looking forward to the Tauherenikau Races ...at the gorgeous course near Featherston? We are too - check out the wide range of other events on this weekend. Tauherenikau Races
A social media post about a $495 a week underground flat in Central Wellington has sparked outrage from Wellington renters, who have described the unit as “like a dungeon” and something from “the set of Parasite”.
The basement unit – one of five units in a residential building on Jessie … View moreA social media post about a $495 a week underground flat in Central Wellington has sparked outrage from Wellington renters, who have described the unit as “like a dungeon” and something from “the set of Parasite”.
The basement unit – one of five units in a residential building on Jessie St in Te Aro – has two bedrooms and access to a private bathroom, upstairs from the unit itself, on the ground floor of the building.
Kia Ora all families and friends,
We are looking forward to another exciting year.
We also just want to let you know about Round the Bays 2021.
This iconic Wellington event is back on again this year 😊 and is set for Feb 21st February.
This is an event that I (Nardia) have volunteered … View moreKia Ora all families and friends,
We are looking forward to another exciting year.
We also just want to let you know about Round the Bays 2021.
This iconic Wellington event is back on again this year 😊 and is set for Feb 21st February.
This is an event that I (Nardia) have volunteered for over the past 6 years and this year we are excited to supporting this event by opening our doors to act as a family pit stop for participants & volunteers. It is also a great venue to cheer on all the participants as they head around the course.
If you, family members or friends are participating please let them know that if they need a place to stop – have a drink of water, change a child’s nappy or just a breather we will be here manning the fort. For more information about this event please use this link:
Nga Mihi
Greta point Team
School is just around the corner. Get the boys on today for a great deal on a return to school haircut! No appointment required. 31 Waitoa Rd, Hataitai Village.
Early Bird tickets for Central District Field Days 2021 are on sale till Midnight tonight!
Make sure you get in quick and secure your discounted ticket to skip the queues to New Zealand's largest regional agriculture event! Mark the 18-20th of March in ya calendar and come along for some … View moreEarly Bird tickets for Central District Field Days 2021 are on sale till Midnight tonight!
Make sure you get in quick and secure your discounted ticket to skip the queues to New Zealand's largest regional agriculture event! Mark the 18-20th of March in ya calendar and come along for some exclusive event deals and lots of family-friendly fun!
Get your Early Bird tickets here www.cdfielddays.co.nz...
Come and meet fellow geeks and collectors of toys, memorabilia, games, anime, manga, tabletop gaming, board gaming, music, clothes, cosplay accessories, fandom-related art and craft, comics etc.
17th of April 2021
Gold coin donation entry fee.
Cash sales only.
Food available. Parking available.… View moreCome and meet fellow geeks and collectors of toys, memorabilia, games, anime, manga, tabletop gaming, board gaming, music, clothes, cosplay accessories, fandom-related art and craft, comics etc.
17th of April 2021
Gold coin donation entry fee.
Cash sales only.
Food available. Parking available. Buses go through Newtown to the Stadium.
Have a bunch of stuff to sell? Limited spots available! forms.gle...
Facebook info:
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The new school year is upon us! Though we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we can set our children up for success, and help them start the school year strong.
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