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Predatory Insects as Organic Pest Control
Large infestations of pests in the garden often indicate that your local ecosystem is out of balance in some way. For instance, if you are having trouble with aphids it is likely that you dont have a strong enough lacewing and ladybeetle population as these insect types naturally prey on aphids. Â An interesting solution iâve …
Urban Swales
Before there were houses there was swamp… in Mayfield at least. At our current abode in Mayfield; topographically flat, thick, wet clay. Thus when it rains we have a drowning effect which tends to rule out a lot of those plants that like it well drained. To help direct and hold the water while allowing …
Last minute winter verge plant out
Spring is nearly upon us and we’ve got an excess of local native plants ready to be put in the ground, so we’re offering a special deal to locals on native verge plantings – starting from $50! Call now for a quote over the phone – 0418 484 330
Upcoming Tree Frog Permaculture workshop
Hi Folks, Tree Frog Permaculture will be putting on another afternoon of workshops at the Sandhills Community Garden after a very successful turn out for the first set. These workshops will be on “Pruning with confidence” and “Making clones from your cuttings” and will be held from 2 to 4pm on Sunday the 1st of …
Urban Zonation
Thoughts on Permaculture Zones in an Urban Lifestyle Zone 1: The home and the systems within it. Can hopefully include window boxes and inside plants, maybe even a few domesticated pets. Zone 2: The area outside the house which is most easily accessed. Often including verandahs but usually only a small area with close access …
Tree Frog made the paper again!
Heavenly Creatures – Herald Article (PDF) (Click to enlarge)
Hunter Permaculture
Check out this great website on permaculture in the Hunter region!