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Author: stringyb
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What a load of rot (or how to make backyard compost!)
Several times a year I make compost. It gives me loads of rich organic material for my garden, takes care of all the food scraps and weeds, and gives me a really good workout for a few hours. I’ve just made my Autumn compost batch, which is always the best one and doesn’t make me nearly…
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Semi-evergreen Vine Thicket in northern NSW
Northern NSW is home to a unique ecological community: Semi-evergreen Vine Thicket (or SEVT). A type of dry rainforest, this community includes a rich diversity of plants and animals. SEVT is often dominated by Notelaea microcarpa (Native Olive) and Geijera parviflora (Wilga) and usually has a low tree layer, a dense tall shrub layer and a dense ground…
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How to plant one tree
A tree planted in the right place will provide shade and beauty for many people over many generations. Most of us only have room for one or two decent-sized trees in our suburban gardens, so its important to choose the right species. When you have chosen your tree, its just as important to plant it properly…