GARDENING Supplement to East Gippsland Newspapers, August 21, 2024
Gardening | EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS 2 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 Incredible “Ilfracombe” Welcome to “Ilfracombe”, a local property teeming with history, stunning architecture and a thriving garden. “Ilfracombe” was built by Irish plasterer and modeller Edward Murphy, who built his own factory and warehouses on City Road in South Melbourne in the 1860s, some of which are still standing today in Victoria’s streetscape. Edward and his wife, Ellen, emigrated to Australia in 1850 after marrying in 1845. Edward built Ellen a split level timber house and named it “Ilfracombe” in 1885. Additions, extensions and renovations have been made over the years, but the original part of the house retains its 12ft FHLOLQJV RSHQ ȴUHSODFHV DQG RUQDWH RULJLQDO plasterwork. In 1900, “Ilfracombe” was purchased by Thomas Hamilton and his wife, Martha as a seaside retreat. After Thomas’s death on Boxing Day in 1907, the Hamilton family moved to “Ilfracombe”. Fast forward to today, and the house is still standing in all its glory, and its current owner of 15 years has transformed what was once a “grass hill” into a massive garden, featuring statues, ponds, and of course, plants, thousands of plants to be exact. 2QH RI WKHVH LV D ȴJ WUHH EHOLHYHG WR EH more than 100 years old and possibly planted when Edward Murphy built the original house. A “secret garden” features ferns and hidden walkways, as well as an array of frog statues. The original stabling yards are sadly no longer standing, however their memory remains alive after the current owner used timber and fencing posts to create a table and chair set. The inside of the house is a combination of old and new design, with much of the original house still intact. Some of the new features include a pizza oven and a wine cellar, which was formerly a water tank. However the garden speaks for itself, with plans already underway to add new pathways and plants to an already breathtaking property. “Ilfracombe” was built in 1885 by Irish plasterer and modeller, Edward Murphy, who emigrated to Australia with his wife Ellen in 1850 after marrying in 1845. $ ȴJ WUHH RQ WKH SURSHUW\ LV EHOLHYHG WR EH more than 100 years old. • Fully Insured • Advanced Tree Felling • Confined Spaces Tree Removal • Mulch Sales • Weight Reductions & Crown Thinning • Stump Grinding • Hedges • Qualified Arborist P: 0415 422 761 E: greenwoodtreeclimbing@gmail.com
Gardening EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS | 3 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 The expert touch for your outdoor space Tom and Rachel started TRH Landscaping and Home Maintenance at the beginning of 2023, bringing their East Gippsland roots into every project they undertake. Born and raised in this beautiful region, they have chosen to stay close to the East Gippsland waterways, bush areas, and the winter snow that they, along with their children, adore. They feel incredibly fortunate to call East Gippsland home. Tom’s dream of opening a landscaping business stemmed from his lifelong passion for outdoor creativity. His enthusiasm for working with various materials and transforming spaces into something special drove him to launch TRH Landscaping. Tom dedicates himself wholeheartedly to his work, striving for exceptional quality in every project. With their deep love for the area and a commitment to excellence, Tom and Rachel are excited to see where their business will lead their family. Transform your garden into a haven of beauty and functionality this spring with TRH Landscaping and Home Maintenance. Whether you’re looking to UHGHȴQH \RXU RXWGRRU VSDFH with hardscaping elements like retaining walls and pathways or create inviting outdoor living areas with decks and screened spaces, Tom and Rachel have the expertise to bring your vision to life. Retaining walls are not just practical; they are a stunning feature that can elevate your garden’s aesthetic. Ideal for sloped land, they enhance both drainage and visual appeal. Pathways provide a clean, mud-free route around your property, seamlessly conQHFWLQJ GLHUHQW DUHDV RI your outdoor space. Outdoor living spaces, such as decks and screened areas, are perfect for enjoying warmer months. A well-designed deck, tailored with materials like merbau, pine, or composite decking, becomes a central spot for family gatherings or quiet mornings. Screened areas and straWHJLFDOO\ SODQWHG WUHHV RHU privacy and character to your yard. For native gardens, TRH /DQGVFDSLQJ RHUV H[SHUtise in selecting plants that thrive in Victoria’s climate, supporting local wildlife and requiring minimal watering. As Rachel Hartley notes, “Communication with our clients is key. We take the time to understand their needs DQG EXGJHW RHULQJ DOWHUQDtive solutions to ensure their SURMHFW LV ERWK DRUGDEOH and exceeds expectations.” Recent projects, like a stunQLQJ ȴUH SLW DUHD DQG D WUDQVformative merbau deck, highlight their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Trust TRH Landscaping and Home Maintenance to turn your outdoor space into a masterpiece this spring. TRH Landscaping and Home Maintenance, owned and operated by Tom and Rachel, started the business in 2023, bringing their East Gippsland roots into every project they undertake. Get wicking for your vegetables Banksia Environmental Services is your local supplier of the wicking garden beds. Great for producing home-grown vegetables, the Foodcube Wicking Garden Bed is made in Australia from recycled material and is the ideal garden bed for rooftops, schools, households and community gardens. %DQNVLD (QYLURQPHQWDO 6HUYLFHV DOVR RHUV installation and setup services for the equipment, along with Biogro premium potting PL[ ZKLFK KDV EHHQ GHYHORSHG VSHFLȴFDOO\ for wicking beds and allows plants easier access to moisture stored within the wicking bed. Foodcube Wicking Garden Bed features: - All-in-one system - Large water reservoir - Single watering point - Modular options - Uses 50 per cent less water - Reduces evaporation - No water wastage - Wicking technology - Set and forget - Reduced watering - Ergonomic design - Connectable water reservoir - Advanced wicking - Weed reduction - High plant yield - Aeration pocket to maximise soil health - Food grade plastic - 100 per cent recyclable /DQGȴOO UHGXFWLRQ - Supports circular economy - Extended product life - Resists degradation - Withstands harsh Australian climate - 10+ years of UV stabilisation - Single watering point - Modular designs - Reduces watering frequency - Time saving For the supply of Foodcubes, look no further than Banksia Environmental Services. For more information about Banksia Environmental Services and its products, check out the website or Facebook page. 0419 347 146 EN25031 YOUR DREAM OUTDOOR SPACE Crafting FORA QUOTECALLTOM0423794762 Free Fully Qualified Structural Landscaper
Gardening | EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS 4 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 Based in Bruthen, Bare Regenesis specialises in regenerative soil and micronutrient production and in building sustainable permaculture bases, systems and structures. Here are some of their tips on building your very own garden bed: The height of the garden bed should be around 70cm to 100cm, as no one likes stooping down or crouching all the time. Soil contact with the ground through shade cloth or weed mat is preferred. This contact allows earthworms and other benHȴFLDO FUHDWXUHV WR FRPH DQG JR DV WKH\ please and allows for the Earth’s energy to do the same. If you can’t manage building one that’s full height, then building smaller beds on stilts FDQ EH MXVW DV HHFWLYH DW VDYLQJ \RXU EDFN It’s worth stating here that ease of access across the bed should also be considered. Between 100cm to 150cm across is about right, so you can access all of the bed easily without stretching. Wooden beds should be lined on the sides with heavy duty plastic to aid in their longevity. As far as materials goes, the best things in life are free, up-cycle whenever possible. Bare Regenesis has two types of vegetable bed that will also save you money on soil: The Wicking Bed - This resembles a rock ȴOOHG SDGGOLQJ SRRO IRU \RXU SODQWV The bottom 50 per cent is replaced with scoria or 20mil ag rocks. Top with hessian or other weed suppresVDQW DQG ȴQLVK R ZLWK VRLO This allows for a lot less watering, just enVXUH DQ RYHUȵRZ SLSH LV LQVWDOOHG EHORZ WKH level of the soil. The Hügelkultur Bed – Place branches or old wood pieces of varying sizes in the bottom 50 per cent of the bed and top with soil. It too requires less watering, as the wood holds moisture, and as it breaks down it increases the fungal content of the soil. Most plants prefer a one-to-one fungal to bacterial ratio. Grass prefers a higher bacterial ratio, so if \RX GRQȇW ZDQW D NLNX\X ȴOOHG JDUGHQ EHG increase the fungal content of your soil by adding wood below ground, and leaves, or heavier woody mulch above, once the seedlings are established. 7R ȴQG RXW KRZ WR LPSURYH \RXU VRLO RUganically at home and more, visit the Bare Regenesis website. Your back will thank you Bruthen-based business, Bare Regenesis, focuses on regenerative soil and micronutrient production and building sustainable permaculture bases, systems and structures. Branch out with East Gippsland Tree Works East Gippsland Tree Works is a locally-based team focused on all your tree-related needs. You can feel comfortable with their qualLȴHG H[SHULHQFHG DUERULVWV PDLQWDLQLQJ trees close to your dwelling. 7KHLU SURIHVVLRQDO WHDP LV H[SHULHQFHG and are constantly improving their knowlHGJH DQG TXDOLȴFDWLRQV WR EHWWHU VHUYH WKHLU customers. Customer satisfaction is of great importance to the team at East Gippsland Tree Works, therefore their work is quality assured. 7KHLU FUHZ LV TXDOLȴHG H[SHULHQFHG DQG strictly follow workplace laws as set by Work Safe Victoria. Their reputation speaks for itself; they’ve been providing tree services across the Gippsland and Mornington Peninsula regions to their clients for more than 30 years. 6WXDUW RZQHU DQG TXDOLȴHG DUERULVW KDV been in the tree removal business for more than 20 years. With a 24-hour emergency/storm damage service, you can rest assured that East Gippsland Tree Works will provide immediate response and assistance to you when you need it. They will give you immediate assistance with a written quotation and attempt to do any emergency work within 48 hours of your initial contact - once they have approval they will promptly make the site safe and commence the work as soon as possible. East Gippsland Tree Works’ 24-hour storm and emergency service is available 365 days a year, fees apply. There’s no job too big or too small for East Gippsland Tree Works, whether it be residential, commercial or rural, they have the HTXLSPHQW NQRZOHGJH DQG H[SHULHQFH WR provide and advise suggestions and strategies to successfully complete your job. From a small trimming job in the residential backyard, to removing tall pine trees, to complete block clears of any size, East Gippsland Tree Works are able to help you. They are available for contact via their ofȴFH PRELOH )DFHERRN DQG HPDLO DGGUHVV East Gippsland Tree Works has been providing tree services across the Gippsland and Mornington Peninsula areas for more than 30 years. 0408 171 470 CALL US FOR A FREE QUOTE: www.eastgippslandtreeworks.com.au QUALIFIED ARBORISTS Providing 5 star service for over 20 years. No job too big or too small | Fully Insured • Lopping and Felling • Wood Chipping • Wood Splitting and Firewood • Mulch Sales • 24/7 Emergency Tree Works • Stumps • Land Clearing - DESIGN - IMPLEMENTATION - MAINTENENCE - EXPERTISE 0427 913 025 bareregenesis.com 0 b
Gardening EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS | 5 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 A garden institution Grow Master Sale has been family owned for more than 50 years and was established by Leo and Emmy Van Berkel in the early 1960s. Known as Van’s nursery, the business is continuing with the next generation, Michael and Anne. The business is a Sale institution for garden and gifts, inside and out. Grow Master Sale’s products include: - Seedlings - Trees - Plants - Water pants - Natives - Pots - Water features - Herbs - Ornaments - Fruit trees - Citrus - Gift vouchers - Jewellery Grow Master has the widest range of plants in East *LSSVODQG DQG RHUV GHOLYery in the Bairnsdale area (conditons apply). *URZ 0DVWHU 6DOH KDV DQ H[WHQVLYH UDQJH RI VHHGOLQJV RQ RHU 7KHUH LV D ZLGH YDULHW\ RI SODQWV DQG ȵRZHUV DW *URZ 0DVWHU 6DOH Growing and growing Lachlan Bull’s passion for plants is growing and growing. The young operator of Bull %RWDQLFV ȴUVW RSHQHG WKH doors to his small store opposite the popular Exchange House in August 2022 and earlier this year expanded, reopening a full nursery. “Expanding was always part of my plan,” Lachlan said. “It thrills me to curate and showcase a selection of plants that people might otherwise never see, the new outdoor area drastically increases the scope of that.” The site at 53 Princes Highway, Lucknow, had previously been a popular nursery for many years, however in recent times it had become a bare, vacant piece of land. Lachlan and his small team at Bull Botanics have brought it back to life with the nursery now bright and light with a wide variety of plants. “East Gippsland has a wide range of climates and soil types, allowing a fairly diverse range of plants to thrive here,” Lachlan said. “Generally native plants perform exceptionally well and do a superior job of attracting our local wildlife into the garden. “In short I believe plants are inherently beautiful, fascinating and intelligent creatures. I think if more people learned about and understood some of their inner workings they would be awestruck by their intricacies and complexity.” Lachlan didn’t grow up with a love of plants, however grew to embrace them and it’s now a passion. “I certainly wasn’t born with a green thumb. I’ve killed plants in almost every way imaginable,” he said. “However, I think that’s the only way to learn and identify what has gone wrong, why it’s gone wrong, and how to ȴ[ LW ȋ Lachlan loves indoor plants, having said that he isn’t a fan of all plants. “I despise yuccas, agapanthus and nandinas - utter horticultural abominations,” he said. “It’s a tough call, my interests are forever evolving, but right now I’m especially into indoor plants. “Most of the really unique varieties we have come from the subtropics, though that’s likely to change as we continue to explore and expand our collection.” LACHLAN’S TOP GARDENING TIPS - Start with the soil: “I’m a big proponent of the soil food web and its impact on plant health. Prioritise building and maintaining healthy soil to support your plants; a strong foundation makes all the GLHUHQFH ȋ - Choose the right plants for the right place: “Select a variety that is appropriate for its intended location. You’re ȴJKWLQJ D ORVLQJ EDWWOH WU\LQJ to grow a plant where it isn’t adapted. Light, temperature, wind, soil type, etc, are all important factors to consider.” - Monitor your plants regularly: “Early detection of pests and diseases makes them much easier to manage. Some plants are more SURQH WR VSHFLȴF SUREOHPV VR knowing what to look out for can give you an upper hand in maintaining plant health.” Bull Botanics continues to grow. Bull Botanics’ range of indoor, outdoor plants and pots is ever expanding. Bull Botanics 53 Princes Hwy, Bairnsdale Get your garden EN25044 Delivery Available to Bairnsdale 34-38 Princes Hwy, Sale | 5144 4338 *CONDITIONS APPLY * RANGE OF PLANTS & TREES IN EAST GIPPSLAND biggest FOR THE EN25163
| EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS 6 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 Jaxon Grade Four, St Brendan’s Primary School Q1 - Make sure that you spray the fruit trees with natural things that get rid of pests. Q2 - Over planting and over watering is something you should not do during spring time. Billie Grade Three, St Brendan’s Primary School Q1 - During spring it is important to weed the garden because plants need space to grow. Q2 - You could avoid planting during frosty times because plants will not grow properly and then it is a waste of time and money. Ava Grade Three, St Brendan’s Primary School Q1 - Weeding because spring is the main weed season and the weeds take up space that the plants need to grow and survive. Q2 - You could avoid planting during frosting times because plants will not grow. Anne-Marie Rivera Garden Centre Q1 - My biggest tip would be organising a General cleanup of your gardens before WKH EXVKȴUH VHDVRQ VWDUWV Q2 - Planting your new vegetables too early. Buzzzzzy Bee The Beehive 4 0DNH VXUH \RX SODQW ORWV RI ODYHQGHU SRSSLHV DQG VXQȵRZHUV WKHVH DUH some of my favourites and I love having new gardens to visit. Q2 - Removing our hives without professional assistance, I know we may look scary, but truth be told we only sting when we’re scared. We love your gardens and sometimes call them home for a while, but if you need us to rent elsewhere, please hire a professional.
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| EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS 8 Gardening WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 Talitha Grade Four, Metung Primary School Q1 - Pull out the weeds before they get too big. Q2 - Don’t water the plants too much as it rains a lot in spring. Tahli Prep, Metung Primary School Q1 - Eat lettuce leaves. Q2 - Don’t eat poisonous plants. Ava Prep, Metung Primary School Q1 - Wait until the plants are grown ups before you pick them. Q2 - Don’t break the plants Neel Prep, Wild Cherry Steiner School Q1 - You need to give the plants lots of sun and water. Q2 - Getting rid of all of the snails and slugs. Camilla Grade Five, Metung Primary School Q1 - Plant apple and cucumbers because you’ll get lots and they taste good in salads. Q2 - Don’t plant watermelons, they never get big enough. Addy Grade Two, Metung Primary School Q1 - Water your seedlings everyday when they are little. Q2 - Don’t let dogs dig up the plants. Aiden Williams East Gippsland Specialist School Q1 - Keep on top of your weeding. Q2 - Don’t overwater your garden.
EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS | 9 Gardening WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 Leum Watkins East Gippsland Specialist School Q1 - Pull your weeds out when needed and spray weeds so they don’t grow back. Q2 - Don’t plant the wrong plants (for the season) and don’t skip watering. Romy Prep, Metung Primary School Q1 - Put chicken poop in the garden. Q2 - If you are picking a leaf, hold the plant steady so you don’t pull it out accidentally. Sanaya, Olivia and Lily Grade One, Metung Primary School Q1 - Add horse, cow and rabbit poo to the garden. Q2 - Don’t put cat or dog poo as it’s bad for the plants. Hazel Prep, Metung Primary School 4 6WLFN \RXU ȴQJHU LQ the dirt and if its wet, you give water. Q2 - Don’t give too much water or the plants might drown. Tilly Grade Three, Metung Primary School Q1 - Look for seedlings that have popped up on their own over winter. Q2 - Don’t pull out a plant before you check what it is Chelsea Grade One, Metung Primary School Q1 - You can eat snow pea leaves. Q2 - Don’t take all the bugs out of the soil, they are good for it. Ida Grade Two, Wild Cherry Steiner School Q1 - Digging out all the weeds and replacing them ZLWK ȵRZHUV Q2 - Letting them have too much sun and shrivelling up.
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Gardening EAST GIPPSLAND NEWSPAPERS | 11 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 Clubs thriving Introducing Lakes Entrance Garden Club. This local club has been in existence for more than 50 years as was started in the 1970s by foresighted members of the community to help make everyone more aware of how important private and shire gardens are to the liveability of Lakes Entrance. It’s only only a small feee and the current membership is more than 120 with this being the largest garden club in Gippsland. Meetings are held monthly at the Mechanics Hall in Lakes Entrance on the third Monday with the start time of 1.30pm. There is a show bench with all those beauWLIXO ȵRZHUV IUXLW DQG YHJJLHV WKDW JURZ VR well in Lakes Entrance. Each month there is a guest speaker with such varied topics as verge gardening; exKLELWLQJ DW WKH %DLUQVGDOH 6KRZ ȵD[ ȵRZHUV growing orchids; gardening in Antarctica. The newsletter is emailed or posted out with all the news from the last month. A monthly outing is organised to visit a local garden or other interesting place or event. $OVR D WULS DZD\ IRU WKUHH IRXU GD\V LV RQ the list for this club too – this spring is to the Yarra Valley. If you are interested please come along to WKH PHHWLQJV YLVLWRUV DUH DOZD\V ZHOFRPH Contact details available at the Advertiser RɝFH OMEO GARDENINING Omeo and District Garden Club is small club that meets on the fourth Wednesday of the PRQWK H[FHSW IRU -XO\ 'HFHPEHU DQG -DQXary. Members meet at each other’s place or at a venue. Usually the host will provide tea DQG FRHH DQG JXHVWV WDNH WKHLU RZQ OXQFK At the club’s annual general meeting in February members discuss venues for meetLQJV DQG ZKR ZDQWV WR UXQ D UDɞH SUL]H IRU which month. 7KH FOXE KDV D FDVXDO PHHWLQJ HDFK PRQWK a nice get together over a cuppa and a browse around the garden. Members can bring produce for exchange but if you don’t bring anything you are still welcome to take something for a small donation. There is an small annual fee to be paid at WKH $*0 RU DW WKH ȴUVW PHHWLQJ \RX DWWHQG LI you wish to join. Contact Vicki Willcocks or Sandi Beltrame for further information (details available at the Advertiser RɝFH Lakes Entrance Garden Club has monthly meetings with a popular show bench as well as regular outings. Students embracing The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program (SAKGP) has been an integral part of many schools around the country, for many years now, with a number of schools taking up the program around the district. Swan Reach Primary School has an established JDUGHQ DQG NLWFKHQ DQG has been active for more WKDQ \HDUV ZKLOH %XFKDQ Primary School are just starting up this year. The SAKGP is an integrated curriculum that incorSRUDWHV PDWKV (QJOLVK science and art. It also encourages students to work in teams. $W %XFKDQ WKH VHWWLQJ XS of the program has taken WKH VHPHVWHU SXUFKDVLQJ JDUGHQ EHGV ȴQGLQJ VRPH ȵDW JURXQG WR SXW WKH EHGV WKHQ ȴOOLQJ WKH EHGV in preparation for winter crops. Once they have planted all WKH EHGV RXW VWXGHQWV FDQ start concentrating on the cooking aspect. The vision of the SAKGP is IRU WKH NLGV WR SODQW JURZ KDUYHVW FRRN DQG HDW WKH produce – all life skills they can use in the future. Buchan Primary School students embrace their Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program. (PS) School students using their own produce from the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program in their cooking classes. 14 McMillan Street Bairnsdale | 0418 516 307 •Soils & Manured Top Soils • Packing Sand • Brick Sand • Mulches • Trucks For Hire • Pebbles • Rocks •Washed Sand •Crushed Rock & Screening • Gravel •Screened Sands S To P B M Tr P DO YOU WANT YOUR GRASS TO BE THE ON THE STREET? Come & chat to the team for Sand, Soil & Fertilising options to kick start your grass this Spring
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