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How to grow grevilleas
Grevilleas are fantastic evergreen plants, ranging from small shrubs to large trees. They’re probably the most widely grown group of Australian plants. Grevilleas are incredibly diverse and offer many environmentally friendly planting options. Know for being easy to grow and striking blooms grevilleas make a wonderful addition to any Australian backyard and are a great way to bring a pop of colour to your winter garden.
How to grow figs
Figs (Ficus carica) are a deciduous, grown as a large shrub or small tree, figs typically grow to a height of 3 or 4 metres although there are dwarf fig varieties available and you are able to grow figs in pots also. The fig grows well with a Mediterranean type climate, such as Perth, with cool winters and a hot, dry summer.
How to grow goji berries
he Goji Berry (Lycium barbarium) are fast becoming a more popular berry to grow in Australia. Goji berries are a popular fruit that originate from Asia and are well known for their medicinal values. They are a great fruit to grow at home due to their versatility and toughness.
How to grow kiwi berries
Kiwi Berries known as ‘cold hardy kiwi’ fruit, are the miniature cousins of the familiar fuzzy brown kiwi. They can be referred to as kiwi berries, kiwi grapes, or baby kiwis. The kiwi berry (Actinidia arguta) is thought to be a forerunner of its larger cousin the kiwifruit. Kiwiberries have an appealing sweet flavour with a fine and delicate tangy finish.
How to grow blackberries
Blackberries (Rubus canadensis) are amazing to eat fresh from the bush or is you have a large supply homemade blackberry jam is a must. In Western Australian bush land in the South West it is not uncommon to find blackberries growing along creeks and coastal planes.
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.
