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TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
10 September 2008

Any Green Tumbs here can tell me what is wrong with these

Any Green Tumbs here can tell me what is wrong with these

http://www.agric.wa.gov.au/content/fcp/ ... 04_013.pdf interestingly they state there are no fungal controls available. I have found this to the contrary but the WA…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 10, 2008 9:22 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
11 September 2008

Landscape design in Perth?

Landscape design in Perth?

PM sent ;) if I can't help you, I know who can :)

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 11, 2008 8:42 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
Spoiltprincess
Spoiltprincess
15 September 2008

Landscape Gardner Eastern Suburbs Melbourne

Landscape Gardner Eastern Suburbs Melbourne

Hi, We are also in the SE suburbs. We have honestly had some idiots working on our garden. The problem is that they advertise themselves as landscape designers but…

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Spoiltprincess
Sep 15, 2008 3:24 pm
Adrian B
Adrian B
17 September 2008

Paving Question

Paving Question

Thanks ppls, all done, photos to come

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Adrian B
Sep 17, 2008 12:04 pm
Adrian B
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
17 September 2008

Landscape Design/plan in Sydney

Landscape Design/plan in Sydney

how about getting in touch with the garden gurus. The show is no longer WA based anymore and runs from Sydney now. shoot them off an email. They have access to some…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 17, 2008 11:11 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
nqheliconias
nqheliconias
18 September 2008

shadehouse drainage

shadehouse drainage

Yes..I've thought of that option..however I think the angular,pointed blue metal would penetrate the plastic and allow the infiltration of irrigation water plus our 4.2…

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nqheliconias
Sep 18, 2008 10:22 pm
Amber
Amber
22 September 2008

Tropical Plants - Closing Down sale

Tropical Plants - Closing Down sale

Mmmmm ... what a disappointment. The quality of the plants were horrible .. I wouldn't have even bought them if they were $2 a pot!!! The prices are still outrageous…

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Amber
Sep 22, 2008 7:50 am
Amber
davinci
davinci
23 September 2008

Water Feature

Water Feature

price wise etc all depends on the complexity of the water feature rietmans may have kit form water features but most quality water features are custom made on site in…

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davinci
Sep 23, 2008 9:42 am
davinci
Mel&Em
Mel&Em
23 September 2008

Hot water system - No Burner Flame

Hot water system - No Burner Flame

When you restarted the unit, did the flame come back on or was it just the pilot?

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Mel&Em
Sep 23, 2008 8:16 pm
Mel&Em
PhoenixStar
PhoenixStar
25 September 2008

Our landscaping adventure....

Our landscaping adventure....

Thanks, the agaves have…

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PhoenixStar
Sep 25, 2008 10:49 am
PhoenixStar
gpierce
gpierce
25 September 2008

Cost of landscaping

Cost of landscaping

My comment was directed at total build, not build plus land. So you buy a block of land, then spend 300K building on it, I think 30K for landscaping is totally…

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gpierce
Sep 25, 2008 2:56 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
26 September 2008

Appropriate plants for Blackwood Park

Appropriate plants for Blackwood Park

It is going to vary from plant to plant as to what is an appropriate length for the cuttings. Take the cuttings from the growing tips. Make them around 100mm, a bit less…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 26, 2008 9:11 am
TheGardenWhisperer
Tich
Tich
27 September 2008

Pricing for wrought iron fences..can anyone help?

Pricing for wrought iron fences..can anyone help?

Hi Smeags, Which state are you in? If in SA then please pm me. The Lion posts alone would be around the $1000 mark each. The wrought iron fencing will vary in pricing…

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Tich
Sep 27, 2008 9:55 am
DeeElle
DeeElle
27 September 2008

Millipedes

Millipedes

Thanks Fu Manchu Great information as always :wink: Cheers Dy :D

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DeeElle
Sep 27, 2008 1:21 pm
DeeElle
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
27 September 2008

Standard Azalea

Standard Azalea

I'll have a go at finding some popular K varieties tomorrow :) Yeah also with the other tips, have a go on anything in the garden. Do some experiments on just a few…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 27, 2008 8:03 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
Cazzy
Cazzy
28 September 2008

Fold-Out Balcony Table

Fold-Out Balcony Table

Yeah they are definately a great idea. Hopefully they do come down in price though!

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Cazzy
Sep 28, 2008 6:35 pm
kexkez
kexkez
29 September 2008

had to buy... could be worse

had to buy... could be worse

hahaha MAtt yes. I actually said to the woman. "And did you notice one even had a laptop?"

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kexkez
Sep 29, 2008 8:27 am
kexkez
mel
mel
29 September 2008

Spring and lawns

Spring and lawns

Thanks Fu for your help (sorry in the delay of the reply) I will go get some Bin Die and give it a go this week

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mel
Sep 29, 2008 11:07 am
mel
Cameron
Cameron
29 September 2008

Another retaining wall Question

Another retaining wall Question

Hi Snake 40M, 2m High pillars and 1.4M walls was around 16k rendered.. guessing another 4-5k for the sliding gate+fence+small access. Very happy with the job :D

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Cameron
Sep 29, 2008 4:42 pm
nqheliconias
nqheliconias
30 September 2008

Landscapers & Drainage

Landscapers & Drainage

Hi, We live in a house that has been built into a rockface and is on a steep slope. The house is about 7-8 years and it seems they didnt pay much…

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nqheliconias
Sep 30, 2008 8:01 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
30 September 2008

raised gardenbeds for ya veggies

raised gardenbeds for ya veggies

These metal raised beds are very popular here in WA. I think Josh Burn uses them in his garden in Freo. (pretty sure I have seen them in the back ground on gardening…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 30, 2008 8:13 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
30 September 2008

ground cover for slope

ground cover for slope

No, that one is in the Dandenongs :) Where Puffing Billy chuffs past :) and yes the plants I have suggested will do very well in Melbourne in the hills or anywhere for that…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Sep 30, 2008 8:16 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
DeeElle
DeeElle
30 September 2008

laying turf

laying turf

I was hoping for some instant garden. Now I have to go and buy some pots :roll: . http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=o16uVon2NRQ

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DeeElle
Sep 30, 2008 8:34 pm
DeeElle
kexkez
kexkez
7 October 2008

gates anyone?

gates anyone?

i guess so. the web site had a lot of different gates. I really thought they were lovely but as I said I know my Dh wouldn't like them. I am still holding out that we…

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kexkez
Oct 06, 2008 11:23 pm
kexkez
Michelle
Michelle
7 October 2008

Fu Manchu…Ivy

Fu Manchu…Ivy

Ok….got you on the not cutting back, or whipper snipping. :oops: Thanks so much Fu Manchu. :D I have printed out the info you gave me for Candice and the spraying so I…

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Michelle
Oct 07, 2008 5:31 pm
Michelle
DeeElle
DeeElle
11 October 2008

Small garden bed on back fence - help & ideas

Small garden bed on back fence - help & ideas

have you thought of espalier's?

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DeeElle
Oct 11, 2008 1:57 pm
DeeElle
Paula
Paula
12 October 2008

Château TDL: The Backyard Chapter....First Cut Plan 07 Oct

Château TDL: The Backyard Chapter....First Cut Plan 07 Oct

hehe on my computer the path looked about 400mm :wink: OK I dont know what a swale is, but by the sounds of it is it a water thingy?

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Paula
Oct 12, 2008 8:11 pm
Paula
karol
karol
12 October 2008

Recommendations needed for Brisbane fencing company

Recommendations needed for Brisbane fencing company

Hi everyone. Hoping people would have been really happy with a fencing company who did some work for them but who was also affordable. We are currently trying to…

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karol
Oct 12, 2008 9:06 pm
Adrian B
Adrian B
13 October 2008

How to water the newly placed turf ?

How to water the newly placed turf ?

Some places will sell you water to go with your new turf. I have 6500 litres ready for the Palmetto I am installing in 2 weeks. As for water tanks, here is the simple…

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Adrian B
Oct 13, 2008 7:27 am
Adrian B
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
14 October 2008

garden design

garden design

well that's nice and local :) i know you want it on a budget but it won't help in the long term. However I'll have a go :) Your first priority is to improve the…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Oct 14, 2008 10:09 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
bert02
bert02
16 October 2008

rain water tanks pros cons

rain water tanks pros cons

whats the pros and cons of the galv tank to the poly tank apart from price anyone have either and have noticed any problems

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bert02
Oct 16, 2008 7:20 pm
Cabinfever
Cabinfever
16 October 2008

Cocos Palm- Keep or Chop

Cocos Palm- Keep or Chop

I was not a fan of palm trees when in Brisbane. They gave no virtually shade and dropped h-u-g-e fronds. I could almost make a kids canoe out of the droppings. Would hate…

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Cabinfever
Oct 16, 2008 9:21 pm
Cabinfever
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
16 October 2008

cutting a drainage channel in concrete...

cutting a drainage channel in concrete...

they aren't that big :D The same size pretty much as a 90mm PVC drain pipe.

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TheGardenWhisperer
Oct 16, 2008 9:41 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
to_do_list
to_do_list
16 October 2008

Paving Advice...or getting edgy!

Paving Advice...or getting edgy!

If you are doing a huge area and will be doing a bit at a time I would buy a 9 inch grinder for about $100 and a diamond tip saw blade for…

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to_do_list
Oct 16, 2008 10:47 pm
to_do_list
to_do_list
to_do_list
17 October 2008

memorial garden

memorial garden

I won't claim this as an original idea but it's something I saw at a cemetery...plaques with inscriptions from school friends or perhaps incorporate something (sculpture…

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to_do_list
Oct 17, 2008 7:42 am
to_do_list
Wingies
Wingies
17 October 2008

Soil for Vegie Garden

Soil for Vegie Garden

I would imagine there is, there are plenty of soil places around. I might pop into one when my garden bed is finished being built.

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Wingies
Oct 17, 2008 11:50 am
Wingies
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
20 October 2008

Free Gardening workshop in Perth

Free Gardening workshop in Perth

No that was a workshop I did for the city of Wanneroo. The great gardens scheme is something I am a very strong supporter of. I am not a part of them (yet :)) although I…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Oct 19, 2008 11:07 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
Paula
Paula
20 October 2008

Strawberries

Strawberries

That would suit me :wink: then you dont have to…

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Paula
Oct 20, 2008 10:43 am
Paula
Lyn
Lyn
20 October 2008

SA - Need Help Identifying Gravel and Plants Supplier

SA - Need Help Identifying Gravel and Plants Supplier

The small gravel looks to me like the same size as they use for some exposed aggregate driveways. Maybe call a local concreter and find out who their supplier is? We…

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Lyn
Oct 20, 2008 4:48 pm
davinci
davinci
20 October 2008

sealing stackstone

sealing stackstone

penetrative stone sealer is fine for stackstone weather flat , vertical or what ever, solvent sealer once dry doesnt go milky (white patchs) etc, it is non reactive when…

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davinci
Oct 20, 2008 8:39 pm
davinci
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
22 October 2008

Pre turf question

Pre turf question

I better add to this that using "powerfeed" as a clay breaker isn't a one of application and neither is gypsum. Use it at least every month for best results. from the…

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TheGardenWhisperer
Oct 22, 2008 10:09 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
loretta
loretta
23 October 2008

Landscape Plan for DA

Landscape Plan for DA

Thanks Greg. That is wonderful!! I have hand drawn one so far but it is a pdf so not sure how to get it onto the site. :)

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loretta
Oct 23, 2008 10:42 am
loretta
Adrian B
Adrian B
23 October 2008

Type of Lawn

Type of Lawn

I just paid $8.95 pm for HG Palmetto from Soilworx

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Adrian B
Oct 23, 2008 12:48 pm
Adrian B
woodsey
woodsey
25 October 2008

Treated Pine Sleepers for Garden

Treated Pine Sleepers for Garden

Thanks for your help! l'll pass it on :)

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woodsey
Oct 25, 2008 6:07 pm
Djelibeybi
Djelibeybi
27 October 2008

Melbourne Landscaper Recommendations

Melbourne Landscaper Recommendations

Hey gang, I've just been told that we have to have a landscaping plan to get final building approval, and we were hoping to start building in a week or so. I was hoping…

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Djelibeybi
Oct 27, 2008 6:00 am
sneakersss
sneakersss
27 October 2008

My synthetic turf quote...

My synthetic turf quote...

Thanks, stormy. I saw the pics and they look awesome! I will update once something happens. But don't hold your breath as that could take awhile. Hehe

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sneakersss
Oct 27, 2008 1:35 pm
sneakersss
to_do_list
to_do_list
30 October 2008

slab drama's

slab drama's

As FuMan said your foundation may have swelled causing heaving of the slab and cracking of your brickwork...photos may help. Your builder should have included a…

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to_do_list
Oct 30, 2008 7:57 pm
to_do_list
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
30 October 2008

GM crops and products.

GM crops and products.

Thank god for diggers. :D http://www.diggers.com.au

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Yak_Chat
Oct 30, 2008 8:59 pm
Yak_Chat
shreksm
shreksm
31 October 2008

Mailbox design?

Mailbox design?

Hi, we put one of these in, website is www.outvogue.com.au

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shreksm
Oct 31, 2008 12:12 am
shreksm

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