Selwyn_Times: October 05, 2023

16 | selwyn gardening guide spring 2023
Your local
spring planting
specialists.
Southern Woods, proudly part of the Selwyn
community for over a generation.
Southern Woods Nursery is the place to go for all things
plant related.
Trends towards edible gardens and sustainable living
are evergrowing, and Southern Woods is well positioned
to support Selwyn residents with their sustainability
goals. Their range includes a wide range of nut and fruit
trees, alongside New Zealand natives, specimen trees,
landscape shrubs, specialist forestry species, and plenty
more.
Millions of plants are grown on-site and looked after by a
team of 50 dedicated staff, who are on hand to help and
provide great advice based on their many years in the
business.
In fact, Southern Woods prides itself on its local and highly
knowledgeable team – their advice can make all the
difference to the success of your projects.
“Selwyn is a diverse district, with plenty of tricky planting
sites”, explains Business Development Manager Rico
Mannall. “Many of our staff live nearby, which means that
they have hands-on understanding of which plants will suit
your property’s location, soil type and aspect.”
If you are unsure exactly what you are looking for,
Southern Woods’ team of landscape architects can
help make your selection even easier with on-site
consultations and planting plans. Another option is to take
in your existing landscape plan and they can help source
species suitable for your section.
The purpose-built retail store is filled with a huge range
of options for ground cover, hedging, deciduous trees,
bushes, grasses, along with spots of colour. They also
stock a great selection of products to refresh your garden,
including premium tools. Check out the demonstration
display of Winter Gardenz architectural glasshouses, a
great New Zealand-made option for frost tender species.
Ever supporting local, they are proud to support their
neighbour Intelligro, stocking their premium barks,
fertilisers, composts, and mixes.
Delivery can be arranged across New Zealand and is a
popular option for many customers.
Selwyn homeowners are lucky to have virtually everything
they need to beautify and extend their gardens right on
their doorstep.
Check out southernwoods.co.nz, give the friendly team
a call on 0800 800 352, or, even better, pop in to 1002
Robinsons Road, Rolleston to get inspired.
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Congrats Lydia! NZ Young Plant Producer of the Year.
Visit our
Great Plant Centre
Child and Dog friendly
Open 7 days
Spring planting tips
Spring is the one of the best planting seasons. This time
of year is an ideal time to plant most species.
Preparation is everything
Remember to prepare your soil before planting. You may
need to dig out marginal soils and bring in extra nutrition.
Mix in plenty of compost and gypsum for best results.
Protect from pests and diseases
Pests and diseases thrive as your garden grows.
Use Neem granules and oil to help ward off any nasties.
It’s the perfect time to mulch
Keeps the moisture in and the weeds out. See our friends at
Intelligro for great advice and mulch supply.
A great time to fertilise
As plants re-enter their growth phase, they need lots of
nutrition. We recommend Grotabs slow release fertiliser and
Yates Thrive Liquid Fish & Seaweed.
Need help?
See our expert team for free quotes, plant sourcing
landscape design, consultations and much more.
Open 7 Days - 1002 Robinsons Road, Between Templeton & Rolleston - Phone 0800 800 352 - Order Online New Zealand Wide southernwoods.co.nz