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Lawn Time

Spring is a good time to sort out any problems you may have in your lawns.
Lawn problems include; sparse grass coverage, lawn weeds, patchy areas, moss, soil insects, ponding, thatch and the health of grasses.
The first thing to do is an inspection of all your lawn areas and take a few notes on what problems are found. Part of the inspection should be to lift a little turf in each lawn to find out what is happening under the ground. Read full article...

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Bud Movement - Trees

Deciduous trees and plants such as roses are now starting to move or in other words, break dormancy and start a new season.
This is about the last chance to prune if you have not already done so.

In actual fact you can prune at any time but with some plants such as grapes they will bleed liquid if pruned late after the sap has started to rise. Read full article...

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Ripe tomatoes for Christmas anyone?

Read full article - but you will need to get planting quickly


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Welcome to the August edition of Groundwork.

At the end of August it is feeling like a long winter with all this rain and cold weather. But tree buds are starting to burst and the daffodils are out in force so it will be barbeque weather before we know it.

Planning ahead and getting things ready for the summer lifestyle can begin now. Get some early tomatoes potted up for Christmas now! Also check out our quick survey about a new fencing product - you could win a luxury hamper worth $200. We also introduce StoneSet, a new product to New Zealand which I believe will be very popualar.
Win a luxury hamper worth $200 by answering a quick survey about a new fencing product.

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We have given the findaplant website an upgrade with a refreshed logo and a short video on how the site works for visitors and advertisers. Take a look at the video here... 
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Top 10 awards Congratulations to us!

We are pretty chuffed to gain three places in market share within the top 10 Lifestyle - House and Garden Category - we are now at number six in New Zealand  spread accross a wide range of websites related to building, construction, homes and gardens.
Sustainable Paving Solution
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Our resin bound paving solutions offer natural and recycled materials, unlimited colours and a design flexibility no other type of paving can match.

Unlike many traditional paving systems, StoneSet paving is permeable; this means that any proposal or design including StoneSet demonstrates a sustainable approach to drainage and the environment.

As market leaders in resin bound paving, we have the reputation, experience and innovation approach to make your life easier and your designs outstanding.

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General Newswire
Congratulations to Jagas!

Jagas new showroom - new location - The latest look for luxury lifestyle



OUTDOOR spaces demand strong design principles to successfully meet the needs of the people living, working and playing outdoors and the latest landscaping plans minimise fuss whilst also incorporating sleek, clean lines.

At Jagas Paving and Stone, the contemporary range of outdoor flooring complements modern interiors and creates restful courtyards where families can escape daily stresses.

This long-established paving business has just moved to a stunning new location in Cryers Road, East Tamaki where it has the space to showcase its style in a dramatic landscaped setting. Read more...
A foodlovers recipe








Thai Fish cakes by Helen Jackson from Foodlovers.co.nz

500 g white fish fillets
 1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste (sachet varieties are fine)
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 spring onions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon lime juice
oil for frying



Place the fish, egg, curry paste, fish sauce and sugar in a food processor and pulse until the mixture is blended together. Add the spring onions and lime juice and pulse again until well combined. Turn the mixture out into a bowl and gather into a ball. Lift the mixture out of the bowl with your hand and then slap it back into the bowl. Repeat this process until the mixture is firm and sticky. Form the mixture into cakes approximately 3-4 cm in diameter. Heat 4-5 cm of oil in a wok or saucepan and fry the fish cakes in batches until golden on each side. Drain on paper towels and then serve immediately with your favourite dipping sauce. Makes 16.


That is all for this month!

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