July/August 2010

Examples of what you can plant in a mixed shelter. OTTR - the Old Tai Tapu Road planting group - learn about what they've been doing, and how you can become part of it. Local Selwyn primary schools are once again being judged for the annual native planting competition held bby Southern Woods and Te ara Kakariki. The Kyoto Protocol and planting for carbon credits - get the low-down in layman's terms!

May/June 2010

Learn about poplars - their uses and benefits. Have you ever tried truffles? They are a real delicacy, and are now being grown here in Canterbury! Maybe this is an opportunity for you to invest in if you have a spare paddock or two?

March/April 2010

Some great options for shade trees - very handy at this time of year... Also relevant - plants that need minal water - keep it practical, and look after our precious resources! Those of you who have a thing for bees, this is the issue for you!

November/December 2009

Otahuna - a hidden gem nestled in behind Tai Tapu. Worm Composting - find out the why's, where's and what-fors.Got trouble with grass grub or black aphids? Here's some handy tips.... Don't forget to pop a couple of Southern Woods vouchers into your Christmas cards this year!

September/October 2009

Check out a really interesting article on dryland and fodder planting. Now is the time to plant a woodlot- find out the ins and outs of doing so... Grevilleas - check out our range - they're great for attracting birds into your garden, and for coping with hot summers!

July/August 2009

Check out the links to different funding opportunities when planting natives. All Open Ground stock is now arriving in, including fruit, poplars, willows and pines. Find out how planting natives near vineyards can help with pest birds. Why is it better to have green landscaping rather than paving and concrete?

May/June 2009

Results of our survey/competition from the South Island Field Days. Read about poplars and their benefits. Why do leaves change colour and fall? Broadfields Garden - a hidden garden extravaganza!

March/April 2009

Autumn - the perfect time for planting! Get inspiration from Ellerslie! Halswell Quarry - why not visit sometime soon and see the great native planting! DEMO DAY at Southern Woods April 26th - a focus on what you can do with natives - from shelter and water-race planting, to formal design.... Register now!

January/February 2009

Results of the Primary School native garden competition! Visit Harts Creek - full instructions on how to get there. Plants for hot, dry conditions - very timely! Did you want to plant your own riparian strip - here's a couple of starters...

November 2008

Southern Woods is currently in the process of judging several primary schools for their new native gardens. This has been held in conjunction with Te ara Kakariki, Mitre10 Mega Hornby, and the Selwyn District Council.

August 2008

Plant all fruit and deciduous trees NOW! The window for planting OG trees will close in the next month. Check out the importance of planting poplars and willows, particularly for bank stabilization after the floods we've been having. Something to think for next year...