"Yes I love that term 'cross pollinating' but it's so appropriate isn't it? I just love the energy and connections we make at the different groups and feel there is a surge of interest happening. I loved meeting Glyneth - wish she…"
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Anne Gibson's Discussions
Organic Stockfeeds for Chooks
Started Oct 12, 2012 0 Replies 1 Like
For those of you looking for organic chicken feed (and soon to be certified organic pet foods), you might be interested in checking out the…Continue
Serendipity Farm Produce for Sale
Started Aug 9, 2012 0 Replies 1 Like
Came across Serendipity Farm (a NFP animal rescue farm 35kms south of Gatton at Junction View) and noticed they have the…Continue
What's On Event Calendar for SEQ
Started Feb 2, 2012 0 Replies 1 Like
Just letting everyone know Green Journey now has a daily updated …Continue
Bulk Organic Chook Food at reduced price
Started Feb 2, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Just thought I'd share this information for anyone interested in saving money on organic chook food. This comes via Green Dean & Ben from…Continue
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"Thanks for the friend request Anna. Just realized you also are the "owner" of the microgarderner website. May i say it a great site and i really enjoy it.
Sean"
Elaine coolowl commented on Anne Gibson's photo
Basil bolting time to deadhead
"The look does influence what you taste. The solution to the taste of a 'green juice' is not one you could do though: add Lemon. Fortunately for us we can so our green juices are palatable. Juices need to be liked or there's no point."
Lissa commented on Anne Gibson's event 'Seedy Sunday Root Crops Workshop'"Glen has been a great help to me finding more pots on Freecycle - even dropped them off to me! She's terrific. Very glad that we're cross pollinating groups :)"
Lissa commented on Anne Gibson's photoBasil bolting time to deadhead
"I will add a tiny bit to juice Elaine, good idea. I made some mainly green juice the other day though and could barely stomach it. Turns out I like my greens steamed or stir fried, not looking like sludge in a glass."
Anne Gibson commented on Anne Gibson's photoBasil bolting time to deadhead
"Great idea Elaine. Have been sharing lots of basil with the Centre for Growing Sustainability visitors and members of our local Eudlo Permaculture & Seed saving groups. I have 12 plants about 1 metre high and pesto coming out my ears. All…"
Anne Gibson commented on Anne Gibson's event 'Seedy Sunday Root Crops Workshop'"We actually had two BLF carloads drive up from Brisbane which was wonderful - all delightful people and so nice to connect despite the weather! One of our local ladies who walked, waded through waist high water to get there due to the flooding.…"
Lissa commented on Anne Gibson's photo
Cucumbers freshly picked
"Caboolture Seed Savers. I've saved seed but I grew about four different varieties within cooee of each other so wouldn't trust them to be true.
Try emailing Jessica at cabooltureseedsavers@gmail.com. She's also a member here on BLF."
Anne Gibson commented on Anne Gibson's photoCucumbers freshly picked
"Where did you get your Prof Mary Sheehan white cuke seeds from Lissa? They sound like a good one to try."
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- About me:
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- I am currently involved with the following community gardens and groups:
- Brisbane Transition Hub
Yandina Community Gardens
Eudlo Permaculture
Noosa Permaculture
Eudlo Seed Savers - Co-ordinator
Eudlo Transition Town
Slow Food Sunshine Coast
- I am interested in:
- Presenting workshops, sharing information and experiences, helping connect others with resources and local organisations/groups, seed saving and growing heirloom and open-pollinated plant varieties, micro gardening as I specialise in how to grow productive edible gardens in small spaces, permaculture and supporting local growers and events.
- I can offer:
- information, events, training
- About what I can offer:
- I provide interactive fun workshops on gardening in small spaces, container gardens, frugal gardening and other topics and have a blog called The Micro Gardener where I share inspiring ways to do more for less in your garden, grow incredible edibles, get creative with your garden design and much more.
I also publish a comprehensive e-newsletter of 'What's On' in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast each month called Green Journey Community News (available free by subscribing at www.greenjourney.com.au) and promote a wide range of events, workshops, news and resources on local food, community/school gardens, permaculture and much more.
I'm currently looking for people who'd like to share their stories on what they are growing/doing in their own backyard to inspire others and will be promoting these via Green Journey, linking back to each person's blog or website. If anyone is interested in being involved in this project, please send me a message.
- My website is:
- http://www.themicrogardener.com
- I am looking for:
- services, information, events, consultancy
Anne Gibson's Photos
Anne Gibson's Blog
Easy DIY Potting Mix Recipe
Posted on January 11, 2012 at 22:28 0 Comments 1 Like
I regularly make my own potting mix at home to save money and control what my plants are growing in. I had a lot of trouble with bagged mixes (although I now use Searles when I need a commercial mix). I used to waste a lot of time adding nutrients every time I potted up a plant so do this now when I make the mix. I get good results so thought I'd share what I do, but I'd love to know what recipes others use too.…
Continue Spring Garden update - hot & dry!
Posted on November 21, 2011 at 15:51 31 Comments 5 Likes
It's nearing the end of spring but with temperatures rising and no rain, I'm organising the shade structures for the garden to give my plants some relief in the hot dry weeks and months ahead. The investment in time and mulch for the gardens is paying off with the soil retaining moisture and plants still pretty happy.
My nasturtiums are doing well all over the garden and…
Continue Joel Salatin Workshop highlights
Posted on August 18, 2011 at 12:41 6 Comments 0 Likes
Along with 170 others, I had the privilege of attending a great workshop with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms at Beerwah on the Sunny Coast recently. It was hosted by RegenAG and MC'd by the one and only Costa Georgiadis, of Costa's Odyssey on SBS.
Joel focuses on chemical free natural farming…
Continue Nasturtiums - More than just a pretty face!
Posted on July 24, 2011 at 7:15 7 Comments 2 Likes
There are two types of nasturtium but the one I can never get enough of in our garden is Tropaeolum majus (also known as Indian Cress) not the Officinal that grows in water!
They're tasty additions to salads, great space fillers, pest controllers, attract beneficial pollinators, make cheerful cut flowers and are also a great medicinal plant. But there are many more uses ...
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ContinueComment Wall (3 comments)
- At 7:28 on March 9, 2013,
Sean Butler said…
Thanks for the friend request Anna. Just realized you also are the "owner" of the microgarderner website. May i say it a great site and i really enjoy it.
Sean
- At 18:30 on August 18, 2011,
Michelle said… - You're space is such a good read :o)
- At 7:55 on July 9, 2011,
Donna said… - Welcome to Brisbane Local Food, happy gardening!
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