Canberra Organic Growers Society

Ornamental Olives

editor — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:26:47 +0000

Hi,

Looking for ornamental olive tree varieties which are fast growing low maintenance for use as a screen plan to grow in pots on a coastal property near Geelong ( vic ) . Any good web sites that could assist in this specific query?

Alan Frederick

Looking for Globe Artichokes

editor — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:44:30 +0000

Would you please let us know where we can purchase globe artichoke plants and when to plant. them. We live in the cooma area but will travel to Canberra if necessary to purchase.

Many thanks
Eve Ball

Blueberries and Lemons

editor — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:23:20 +0000

I am new to the site, so firstly HELLO all…

Secondly and beyond :-)
I live on the Northside in the Giralang Area.

I am interested in trying to grow blueberries and was wondering if anyone knew anything about growing them in Canberra , like is it possible, what conditions would be needed etc.

Also looking at growing a lemon tree but not sure what variety is best.

Sharon

Green Vegetable Bugs

editor — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:36:21 +0000

I am from North Qld and am having trouble with green vege bug on my tomatoes i have been using a IPM program on and off over the years for the grubs and i dont wont to kill my preditors that i have built up. Instead of spraying what would you suggest i use.

Chris

Oranges in Canberra

editor — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:13:25 +0000

hello,

I am new to gardening in Canberra and would like some advice please. I am wanting to grow an orange tree. My yard is small so it will need to be on small root stock. Could you please advise me as to which variety of orange would do best with Canberra’s cold frosty winters?

Sue

Free Firewood – Cotter Garden

editor — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 01:42:42 +0000

The Cotter Garden has free firewood available in the form of very dry branches from our eucalypt trees and hardwood fencing materials. If you are interested in removing any of this from the Garden, near the Yarralumla Woolshed, very soon please contact Ann Smith via a.smith[at]netspeed.com.au or on 6285 2995.

Apricot Grafting

editor — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 03:09:41 +0000

Hi,
I have recently moved into a house with LOTS of plum trees. I am keen to try grafting some apricot scion wood onto one (to start with) and see how it goes. I have done a bit of research and am now trying to source some scion wood. Does anyone know where I can buy some, particularly locally? And can anyone recommend varieties that do well in Canberra, I am particularly interested in growing heritage varieties if possible.
Thanks for your help.
Christine

Sheep Manure Available

editor — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:14:36 +0000

Gunning Public School P&C Association will deliver sheep manure (“Gunning Gold”!) to your door in Canberra on Sunday 15th August, 2010. Please e-mail Carol at <wodonga@aapt.net.au> or call 4845 1314 before 17 July–the earlier the better.

Minimum of 5 bags per delivery. The dry manure is collected from under shearing sheds. Share this information and join with your neighbours if you don’t need 5 bags yourself. Bags are $8 each; and weigh around 15Kg.

All proceeds go to the Gunning Public School, a small school of around 60 students to help supply books, sporting equipment, craft materials, etc. The children thank you for your support.

Sourcing Sleepers

editor — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:49:15 +0000

Hi
I am on an extraordinarily tight budget but I want to build raised vege beds. I have been advised it is possible to get hold of train sleepers without creosote and other noxious chemicals and that this may be the most affordable way to build raised beds. They have to be raised fairly high (at least a metre) due to my great dane friend. Any advice you have would be greatly appreciated. I hope to build 8 large beds.

Fee

Loganberry Vines on Offer

editor — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 08:34:39 +0000

Loganberry vines on offer: the parent was vigorous during the past summer with minimal drip watering. To arrange drop-off or collection, contact me via <a.smith@netspeed.com.au> or 6285 2995.

Ann