Category Archives: Gardening

Growing good food in a country garden

In other news…

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

The NZ Herald ran a nice little piece on local tea growers Zealong, for those who are not familiar with the story, here it is: Tea grower brews plan for success WHEN Tzu Chen first saw camellia trees flourishing in … Continue reading →

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The Farm Shop is open!

Posted on May 4, 2013 by

The Farm Shop, Gordonton’s newest business specialising in local produce, had its Grand Opening yesterday – and it sure was busy. Doors officially opened at high noon – but the first customer was tapping on the door at 8.15am. N8N’s … Continue reading →

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Inspiring day at Reserve

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

Waikato Regional Council summer student Jess Pasisi visited Pukemokemoke for the first time yesterday to attend the Landcare Field Day.  She reports on an inspiring experience. It was day of pests, networking and bats at the annual Landcare Networking Field … Continue reading →

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Student power shines again at Reserve

Posted on April 4, 2013 by

They’ve pulled weeds there, planted seedlings and even dabbled in some path building, but for this third visit Pukemokemoke felt the power of the EcoQuest bridge build. Lecturer Robyn Sinclair explains. They say third time is a charm, and it … Continue reading →

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Gadzuks, what garlic!

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

Astonishing even herself, Kelly Dyer harvests whopping garlic. Seven months ago the garlic cloves that I saved from 2011’s rather disappointing crop went into the ground. One month later, hopes were low as only three sprouts could be seen, but … Continue reading →

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Garden plantings bring in the tuis

Posted on February 13, 2013 by

The tuis visit a local Piako Rd garden for the first time this summer. “We planted loads of flax as inspired by the Halo project and were rewarded finally with the presence of our small family, six years later!” Sally … Continue reading →

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