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08/08/2015
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| Beating the Weeds
Presenter: Sophie Thomson, 08/08/2015
Sophie gives advice on how to deal with weeds in the garden
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| We've had lots of queries from viewers as weeds are starting to pop up around the country. Here are some tips on how to control them without using toxic chemicals.
Tropical Zone
Weed tea is a tried and true way of killing persistent and bulbous weeds, turning them into a tonic for your garden: Soil Tonics Fact Sheet Subtropical Zone
In warmer areas, a compost pit is a terrific, easy way to add humus to your soil: Tried and True Fact Sheet Arid Zone
Sophie shares her three-step plan to prevent weeds this weekend: Coming Up Temperate Zone
Planting a no-dig bed right over the top of a patch of weeds will smother them, turning them into rich, deep soil: A No-Dig Garden Bed Fact Sheet Cool Zone
Laying down weed or jute mat is a good way to prevent erosion as well as weeds colonising slopes while plants are establishing: Preventing Soil Erosion Fact Sheet
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Plant Pick |
| This week on the show, Josh will be profiling a the beautiful Ashby's Banksia (Banksia ashbyi). The plant pick this week is the Banksia.....
Banksia is a member of the protea (Proteaceae) family and is a genus of around 75 species of evergreen shrubs and trees that feature attractive foliage, bold flowering spikes, and interesting fruiting cones. These woody low-growing shrubs to low-branching trees are endemic to Australia.
Most species prefer an open sunny position and well-drained sandy soil low in phosphorus. Some banksias are moderately frost tolerant and once established, most will withstand dry conditions. Taking cut flowers will encourage flower production and thicken up the foliage. Propagate from seed, which often germinates better if heated or smoked. Some easy-to-cultivate species will also grow from half-hardened cuttings. |
Organic Gardener Magazine |
| SEPTEMBER ISSUE AVAILABLE NOW
This issue Organic Gardener goes global with hot tips on growing chillies, Vietnamese greens, tea, chickpeas and lots more! GROW: Eat your Vietnamese Greens and Herbs
Penny Woodward shows how to add a bit of variety to your garden and kitchen with easy-to-grow Vietnamese greens and herbs
BASICS: Convert Operations
Millie Ross's guide to getting started with compost and worm farms so you can turn your waste into nutrient-rich food for soil and plants.
ACTION: Scent of Spring
You can almost smell the onset of spring, so there's plenty to do in the garden.
POULTRY: Egg-cellent Eggs!
Jessamy Miller cracks the code on how to ensure your hens lay healthy, nutrientpacked eggs that are safe to eat.
LIFE: Take Time for Tea
Anyone for tea? Daniel Honan and Justin Russell look at how to grow and brew the perfect cuppa.
GROW: Pulse of Life
Chickpeas are a reliable pulse that have been used by many cultures for centuries. Linda Cockburn gives her top tips on how to grow your own.
PROFILE: Going Organic - Globally
From Ghana to Ireland, we visit some innovative projects working towards an organic food future.
PLANET: Is Glyphosate Really Safe?
Simon Webster investigates the latest research questioning the safety of glyphosate - the most widely used herbicide on the planet.
HARVEST: Life of Poh
Celebrated cook, and now keen gardener, Poh Ling Yeow says food provides a link to her culture and shares some of her tasty recipes.
Plus harvest tips from Phil Dudman and more!
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