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Wednesday <strong>March</strong> 7 <strong>2018</strong><br />
Gardening<br />
Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi<br />
SELWYN TIMES<br />
gardening without guesswork<br />
Question:<br />
Answer:<br />
Autumn is a great time to plant bulbs like<br />
daffodils, tulips and freesias. A beautiful burst<br />
of Spring colour after the long days of winter<br />
is welcomed in any garden, and definitely<br />
brightens everyone’s spirits a little. The end<br />
of daylight saving is a great time to plant<br />
your bulbs because the ground temperature<br />
is generally cooler, which is the ideal<br />
environment for bulbs. The key to success<br />
is ensuring you have prepared the soil, or<br />
have chosen a top quality potting mix like our<br />
Patio Plus if you are planting in pots. Bulbs<br />
also like blood and bone if they need a nutrient<br />
boost. This can be added to the soil. Need more<br />
help with how to plant bulbs? We have a guide on<br />
our website or ask our team for advice.<br />
For more information, check out our website: www.intelligro.co.nz<br />
or visit our facebook page: www.facebook.com/igro.co.nz<br />
Thanks to Victoria for her question<br />
When is the best time to plant my spring bulbs?<br />
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New questions received by<br />
Tuesday 13th <strong>March</strong> <strong>2018</strong>.<br />
Your pre-planting checklist involves making sure you choose bulbs<br />
that are suitable for our climate, and then making sure you plant<br />
them in the right place in your garden. Some bulbs like the shade,<br />
some like the sun. If you are unsure, ask at your local garden centre.<br />
QualITy prOduCTs FrOm ThE WEB TO ThE shEd!<br />
Organic Compost<br />
Intelligro’s Organic Compost is made on our site, blended from<br />
sustainable and natural products, with no green waste or soil added.<br />
We carefully monitor our process to create this product and take pride<br />
in the end result. It is also one of our most popular products!<br />
Our Organic Compost is designed to improve the overall quality<br />
of your soil. It does this in a number of ways:<br />
Improves moisture retention, reducing water loss especially during<br />
the warmer weather<br />
Adds vital nutrients to the soil<br />
Improves and stabilizes pH<br />
Improves drainage and reduces erosion<br />
Conditions the soil to create a healthier growing environment<br />
Helps to create a more even soil temperature<br />
All of these things help to create the best growing environment for<br />
your plants. The great thing about compost is it will also work to<br />
remove any pollutants that are already in your garden – pretty clever<br />
really! Also, due to its organic properties, you can feel safe knowing<br />
that there is nothing harmful in this product.<br />
For more information,check out our website: www.igro.co.nz<br />
or visit our facebook page: www.facebook.com/igro.co.nz<br />
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