50 plus New and Rare Succulent Collection

 In this video we talk with James Lucas about some new and rare succulents in his collection.  - 50 plus Rare, and New Echeveria, Agavoides, Aeonium and other Varieties

 Soil For Succulents

We look t how to make your own potting mix for succulents.

Crassula Varieties, a diverse group of succulent plants

 A quick look at some of the many varieties of succulents in the Crassula genus.

How to Grow Cilantro or Coriander From Seed

Spring is a great time to plant Coriander (Cilantro) and it is very easy to grow from seed, in this short video, we show you how.

Lily of The Valley

Did you know that Lily of the Valley comes in a number of forms, some with larger flowers, some with pink flowers and sone with variegated foliage.

All are easy to grow in a partly shaded position in a humus rich soil.

If its fragrance you are looking for, then Lily of the Valley can be planted near Daphne, especially D. odora, which has finished flowering when the Lily of the Valley starts.

You can read more about the varieties, and find out where to buy them on the website.

Garlic

It is getting a little late in the season, however not to late to plant garlic. 

Look for named varieties such as Monaro Purple and Spanish roja (our favourite). 

All varieties taste a little different, some hot and spicy, some milder. 

The different varieties are suited to different uses in the kitchen... it is all a matter of taste.

You can grow garlic both in the garden and  in containers if you wish, we show you how .

Misome

A leafy green that you may not of seen yet, it is from Japan and has a spicy mustardy taste, easy to grow and tolerates warm climates.  The name is Misome. We can't say it is commonly available, however it is well worth looking for.

Campanula Barbara Valentine

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Plants to Consider

Campanula Barbara Valentine is a wonderful new release, flowers late summer to autumn.
See the web site for details

Also - New Plant Catalogues for 2016 from 

Tonkins Bulbs

Riddles Creek Daffodils

Humulus Lupus a versatile climber

Do you know that Hops are ornamental climbers as well as for making beer. Great coverage in spring to summer, it dies back in winter,

Read about them at Humulus Lupus

Iochroma Wooly White

Iochroma Rainbow Lorikeets love it, so will you.

If you like to attract birds to the garden, then you will like Iochroma.

You will pleased to know that Don Teese from Yamina Collectors Nursery has a great collection of colours, including a white one.

Read more about Iochroma on the web site or give Don a call an the nursery.

Dahlias - The perfect flowers for late Summer to Autumn

It is time to buy Dahlia tubers, and with the huge variety available we have found the best catalogue of Dahlia flowers availoable in Australia.

Dahlias flower in late summer to autumn, and therefore spring is the perfect time to plant them.

Sometimes seen as a little 'old fashioned', they are actually a wonderful  plant for colour in the garden in autumn as well as being great for cut flowers.

In Australia, Jenny Parish (Country Dahlias) has the largest selection we have seen. And if you are looking for variety, this is the place to look.

You can grow dahlias in pots, the smaller growing types are easier, however if you stake the plants even the taller ones can be grown in pots.

For long flowering, deadhead regularly. Removing the spent flowers will help produce a second and even third flush.
The best time to plant dahlias in most of  Australia is in early November, in Queensland try September. You can plant as late as December, you will get later flowering usually in March.

Look for a position with good morning sun and shade or filtered sun in the afternoon.
Check out the  Country Dahlias 2014 catalogue for an insight into the wonderful varieties available.