Started this discussion. Last reply by Wendy Clark Aug 17, 2017. 6 Replies 0 Favorites
Heya... I'm doing an art project about invasive species and needing some prickly pear to flatten. I know I've seen some around recently, but can't remember now where. Anyone seen any? I just need a…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Andrew Cumberland Feb 1, 2016. 17 Replies 3 Favorites
Hiya - with the sad loss of our old dog last month, we are starting a new chapter with some chickens. I've been looking for plans to convert our swing set into a chicken coop. I have found plenty of…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by DARREN JAMES Feb 12, 2015. 10 Replies 0 Favorites
I am looking at keeping quail for eggs (not breeding for now) in my Carina backyard and just started out with my research. Is there anyone Quail gurus here I could pick your brains about cage design…Continue
Posted on April 13, 2016 at 8:46 7 Comments 2 Favorites
LIMES! Wondering if anyone is interested in a produce swap. I have more limes than I can freeze, pickle, bake or drink. Happy to exchange with any veges! I'm at Carina.
Posted on November 25, 2015 at 20:27 3 Comments 0 Favorites
I have a good bunch developing on my dwarf ducasse banana, finally after 2 years of just looking pretty. I am wondering if I should bag it and at what point and with what exactly? At the moment the bell has released about 6 hands but they are still very small. Also - where can I get banana bags from - could I recycle something? Any advice very welcome - this is my first crop ever and a bit protective of it!
Posted on June 19, 2015 at 17:30 11 Comments 1 Favorite
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Vetiver grass helps to stabilise soil and protects it against erosion. It can protect against pests and weeds. Vetiver is also used as animal feed. (Wiki.)
GrowVetiver is a plant nursery run by Dave & Keir Riley that harvests and grows Vetiver grass for local community applications and use. It is based in Beachmere, just north of Brisbane, Australia.
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