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- Asparagus
Outlines the best climate and growing conditions for asparagus, soil
preparation and fertilising required, and harvesting techniques. Common
pests and diseases are also highlighted.
Australian
Natives
Describes the water saving benefits of planting Australian native
plants, with the added bonus of being able to attract birds to your
garden. Preparation for planting in containers is discussed together
with a comprehensive listing of common Australian native plants.
- Avocado
Outlines the nutritional benefits of avocados, and the growing conditions
required. Fruit production and harvesting techniques are also discussed
and a delicious recipe for 'Pecan Avocado Ensalada" is provided.
- Azaleas
A brief history of azaleas is provided together with soil, feeding
and planting requirements. Pruning techniques are also discussed with
an outline of pests and diseases.
- Blueberry
An outline on harvesting, pollination and pruning is provided to grow
perefect blueberries in the home garden.
- Bougainvilleas
Provides planting, fertilizing, and pruning techniques. Discuss flowering
and the varieties available.
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Camellias
Provides a step by step guide to growing magnificent camellias. Also
outlines suitable planting locations and preferred soil conditions.
- Chemicals
Around the Home
Discusses understanding and reading labels, handling, storage and
disposal of chemicals in the safest way possible.
- Coastal
Gardens
Provides a brief description on trees and shrubs that will successfully
grow near the ocean. Provides information relating to watering, protection
from wind and sand blasts.
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Cottage
Gardens
Brief history on cottage gardens with a comprehensive list of plants
to create a highly successful cottage garden.
- Cyclamen
How to care for cylamen together with plant history.
- Deciduous
Trees
Provides an extensive list of deciduous plants together with information
on plant growth relating to height and size.
- Dendrobiums
Superb flowering orchids that will flower for at least 2 months in your home provided you follow a few golden rules.
- Earthworms
Describes the benefits of recycling with worms and equipment needed
to get started. Also looks at the most efficient manner of using worm
castings in the garden.
- Ferns
Covering all aspects of ferns: watering, humidity, soil, feeding,
location, division, pest and diseases.
- Fresh
Fruit Trees
Covers how to squeeze fruit trees into home gardens. Pollination and
chilling factors for successful care of fruit trees, and cropping
is discussed. Includes a guide to soil preparation and planting.
- Fuchsias
Brief documentation on the origin of fuchsias. Outlines the most suitable
position for planting in order to achieve great results from colourful
fuchsias.
- Hedges
Provides techniques on creating different shapes with hedges, taking
into account height and size factors. A list of suitable hedging plants
is provided.
- Herbs
There are numerous styles of herb gardens to choose from and, in most cases, the style of the house and the rest of the garden will be a major influence.
- Hydrangeas
Extensive advice on the perfect way to grow hydrangeas, and includes
tips on planting and pruning.
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- Indoor
Plants
Discusses five categories of indoor plants and the growing requirements
for healthy indoor plants.
- Kangaroo
Paws
Maintenance and growing procedures are outlined, along with how to
choose the most suitable location for growing beautiful,
colourful Kangaroo Paws.
Lawns
- New & Established
Guide to selecting the most suitable varieties, soil preparation and
watering requirements for both new and established lawns.
- Mango
Discusses suitable and common varieties to grow in Perth along with
all the "do's" and "dont's" to harvest the perfect
fruit.
- Mulch
Explains the benefits of using mulch in your garden the and most suitable
way to apply it.
- Olives
Comprehensive list of what olives can be used for, varieties and planting
procedures. Also includes a delicious "Bruchetta Lucaroni"
recipe.
- Orchids
Everything you need to know about growing exotic orchids, feeding,
flowering and re-potting.
- Palms
Outlines the varieties available, most suitable planting position
and outlines height and size factors to consider when planting in
the garden.
- Passionfruit
Outlines the most common varieties of passionfruit available. Includes
tips on growing, planting and feeding.
- Perth
Planting Guide
A comprehensive "How To" guide when planting. Discusses
the application of fertilisers and soil improvers.
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Pond
Maintenance
Complete information on upkeep of pond and water catchment areas.
Also discusses lilies, pumps and soil around ponds.
- Potato
Planting
Outlines the most suitable time to plant potatoes, and lists varieties,
giving information on colour and texture of each.
- Rhubarb
A comprehensive guide to successfully growing rhubarb, and provides
a handy tip for natural pest control using rhubarb leaves.
- Roses
Step
by step guide to successfully growing and maintaining roses. Discusses
suitable planting locations, pruning techniques, feeding and pests
and diseases.
- Strawberries
Outlines eight main requirement to successfully grow strawberries.
Common varieties are also listed.
- Tomatoes
Provides a comprehensive description on different varieties of tomatoes
discussing taste, colour, texture and use.
Water
Gardens and Plants
Covers all aspects of establishing the perfect water feature. Selection
of plants, pumps, containers and fish are discussed together with
up keep and maintenance advice.

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