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Things to do in Bridgetown Western Australia
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Bridgetown Western Australia, this insiders’s guide also provides tips on the when to visit Bridgetown, how to get to Bridgetown, and where to stay in Bridgetown.
How to grow kale
Known as a superfood and a nutritional powerhouse, kale is often referred to as the queen of greens. In Perth it can be grown for most of the year, however it easiest to grow over winter, when it is more naturally ‘in season’.
How to grow artichokes
Artichokes are easy to grow in Perth’s Mediterranean climate and that also make great feature plants. There are two main types of artichoke commonly grown in Perth. The Jerusalem Artichoke is a type of sunflower and the tuber is eaten. The Globe Artichoke is part of the daisy family and the flower bud of the plant is eaten.
How to grow bearded iris in Australia
Bearded Iris (Iris x germanica) also known as Rainbow Iris or Flag Iris is an evergreen perennial rhizome. It comes from the Iridaceae family and originated in southern and central Europe. Bearded Iris grows best in the south-west of Western Australia as it enjoys cooler climates.
How to grow watercress in Australia
English expats will often ask does watercress grow in Australia? The answer is yes, but there are much fewer varieties here. If you have ever wondered how to grow watercress in Australia then look no further. A difficult herb to grow there are a few tricks to successfully growing watercress in Australia, but get these right and you will be laughing.
Growing coriander in Perth
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) is both one of the most loved and loathed herbs. Growing coriander in Perth, WA can be tricky. Also known as cilantro or Chinese parsley, this glorious herb is used commonly in Asian dishes, paired with fish, soups, salads and even ground into pesto.
How to grow pumpkins in Perth
Here in Australia, pumpkins are consistently ranked in our top 10 most popular vegetables. If you have ever wondered how to grow pumpkins in Perth then look no further. A relatively simple plant to grow there are a few tricks to successfully growing pumpkins in Perth, Western Australia but get these right and you will be laughing.
Growing basil in Perth
Growing herbs in Perth or other parts of Western Australia is very easy. The most common type of basil grown at home is sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum). Most basil needs warm weather to thrive, so it’s best grown over Spring/Summer here in Perth. It’s important to keep this in mind when assessing where to plant basil in your garden.
Growing dragon fruit in Perth
If you have ever wondered how to grow dragon fruit in Perth then look no further. I love fresh dragon fruit! It is brimming with wonderful nutrients and is easy to grow. Also known as sweet pitahaya, is a stunning looking tropical fruit borne on arboreal cacti plants. Dragon fruit is a strange looking fruit resembling a magical dragon egg.
How to grow pineapples
The pineapple plant, Ananas comosus, is a tropical herbaceous perennial. It grows up to 1.5m tall, and the same across, although usually it won’t get taller or broader than 1m. The plant has a short, sturdy stem and narrow, waxy leaves 30 – 100cm long, often with sharp spines along the edges. Pineapples are a tropical plant, but they will grow successfully and fruit in Perth’s mediterranean climate, and other warmer more tropical parts of Western Australia.
