Hint strawberry pots
Grow tasty strawberries at home in pots to enjoy the refreshing taste and benefit from all the rich antioxidants. Hanging strawberries over the top are less likely to be eaten by snails or beetles. Contains controlled release fertiliser to feed ... [... more]
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Northcote Pots
With Christmas on our doorstep, what better time to create a potted display to add a touch of personal style to your outdoor festivities. First the perfect pot; pot shopping can be a little bit overwhelming because there is so much to choose from ... [... more]
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Citrus in Pots
Citrus plants have fragrant white flowers, glossy, evergreen leaves and delicious fruit which is very rich in vitamin C. They develop into attractive small trees when planted in the garden, but they are also well suited to pot culture. In fact, ... [... more]
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Sweet Peas in Pot
Don showed how easy it is to pot up some dwarf sweet peas for an impressive result. Sweet pea seeds are traditionally sown on St. Patrick's Day (March 17), but in cool climates they can be sown in August and September. At this time of year sweet ... [... more]
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Bulbs in Pots
Hands up who loves flowering bulbs in a pot. Of course the answer is just about everyone. Well don't wait until spring and realise that it has all been too little, too late. Now is the time to do it if you want fragrant blooms and loads of ... [... more]
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Greek Pots
At "The House of Zeus" in East Kew in Victoria, you won't find the Greek king of the gods, but you will find some marvellous, hand made Mediterranean pottery. The pots are imported by Theo Kyrkilis, who set up his showroom with the aim of ... [... more]
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Cheap Pots
Don found some bargains in the seconds area of a retail pot shop. Shops that specialise in pots and planters often have a bargain area for damaged stock and end of line items, and most nurseries have regular pot sales to clear old lines and ... [... more]
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Herbs in Pots
Don looked at an outdoor area that was not functional. The walkway was cluttered with pots and the barbecue was in the wrong place. He suggested replacing the old barbecue with a potted kitchen garden, and building a new Besser Block barbecue in ... [... more]
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Colourful Pots and Plants
With a few simple steps, Don showed how to transform plastic 'jelly' carry bags into sensational pots for plants. Don attached buttons and some wire so that the sides of the jelly bags would hold together when filled with potting mix. Using a ... [... more]
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'Perfect for Pots' Seedlings
A great tip for months of reliable colour in containers is to plant show stopping varieties which are tailor made for pots. Floriana have a great 'Perfect for Pots' range which are just as their name suggests. They showcase proven performers in ... [... more]
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Beef Pot Roast
Heat a casserole pot on the stove over medium high heat. Add oil, and brown meat all over fro about 8 minutes. Remove meat from pan. Arrange onion, garlic, and 1 bay leaf to the pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Return meat to pan, place ... [... more]
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Growing Better Pot Plants
Growing a beautiful plant in a pot is a satisfying experience, and plants continue giving joy year after year, especially as they can be moved indoors for brief periods when flowering. However, many pot plants tend to become drab and do not add ... [... more]
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