Ask a Palmers Expert: Laurie’s rose growing tips What are the secrets to growing the most beautiful roses? Life long rosarian, Laurie from Palmers Bethlehem says it’s all about [...]
Palmers New Season’s Fruit Trees The home orchard is an important part of New Zealand’s gardening history, and although the modern home garden is small, the trend for growing your own fruit [...]
Nasturtium Recipes You’d be forgiven for not knowing just how versatile this plant is. Not only is it fantastic for planting in poor soils or as a companion plant – both the flowers [...]
Butternut Soup – The Modern Day Gardener Harvested pumpkins this year? This vegan butternut squash soup is perfect for these colder days and super easy to make a big batch that can be [...]
Start an Indoor Herb Garden – The Modern Day Gardener I know a lot of people want to start gardening but don’t know where to begin. A lot of us are in flats or apartments or rent and [...]
A Guide to Growing Cyclamen Growing cyclamen during the cooler months adds a welcome pop of colour to your pots, patio or hanging baskets. Cyclamen are hardy plants that enjoy the colder weather. [...]
In the Autumn Garden – The Modern Day Gardener Every year you learn more as a gardener, what you like, what you don’t like, what to do and when to do it and what not to do! This year [...]
How to Grow Cucumbers It’s easy to grow cucumbers in your own backyard! Cucumbers are a popular ingredient in summer salads with their crisp and refreshing taste! Cucumbers are easy to [...]
How to Grow Onions It’s easy to grow onions in your own backyard. Onions are a versatile and easy to grow crop that will continue to store well for a long period after harvest! It can be [...]
Fruit Tree FAQs We get asked questions about growing fruit trees every year by novice and experienced gardeners alike. Here are some of our frequently asked fruit tree questions and our answers: [...]
