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by Gemma OderingMay 18, 2022

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Autumn Camellias at Intelligro

very autumn at Intelligro our customers drive into our retail area and are greeted with a spectacular mass of white flowers along the length of our driveway. At this time of the year, we get many enquiries asking what our hedge is. The answer is a Camellia Sasanqua Setsugekka, which is one of the more popular camellias. In New Zealand the three main varieties grown here are Sasanqua, Japonica and Hybrid types. Perhaps the most well-known though is Camellia Sinensis with the tips picked to be brewed into tea. Camellias have commonly been planted as an individual feature tree or...

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by Gemma AbbottFeb 10, 2022

How to prune lavender plants

Lavender is a hardy small shrub that is perfect for dry spots, it is also one of the longest blooming shrubs in the garden. Long prized for its oil and beautifully scented flowers, it makes a fantastic addition to any garden, pot or as low hedging. In New Zealand, the...

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by Gemma AbbottJun 23, 2021

How to deadhead a Rose

Removing wilted blooms (deadheading) from your roses is a simple way to give your garden a tidy appearance. Roses, like many other flowering plants use their flowers as way of producing fruit. Once it pollinates it fades to transform to a fruit. Once this happens the plant puts its energy...

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by Gemma AbbottJun 23, 2021

How and when to transplant a rose bush

Roses transplant well in winter or early spring while they are dormant and not looking for any nourishment from the soil. However, circumstances may arise that require moving blooming roses. This is a slightly more complex transplant but can be managed with a little bit of planning and care. Download...

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by Gemma AbbottJun 09, 2021

Winter scent garden

Nothing evokes thoughts of spring and summer better than bright flowers and beautiful floral perfumes. Winter though, is seen as the time of the year where there is no real colour or scents in the garden to brighten it up. In fact, the opposite is true, with some amazing flowers...

by Gemma AbbottOct 13, 2020

Rhododendron, Camelia and Azalea Q&A

Q) How can I make the soil more acidic for my Rhododendrons? A) First of all get your soil tested, so you know where to begin and to make sure you are going to change the levels in the right direction. If you do need to lower the Ph to...

by Gemma AbbottJun 25, 2018

Rose Planting Guide

Roses are a beautiful addition to the garden, producing beautiful blooms that are enjoyed by many. Sometimes we even get an extra bonus and they have a lovely scent as well. Here is a quick guide for planting roses in the garden. Fact Sheet

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