4seasons nursery

02/01/2026

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29/12/2025

09/09/2025

Cherry trees back in stock (limited) 🥰

25/08/2025

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14/08/2025

Feeling like spring. Impatient in stock

07/08/2025

Indoor stock arrived money tree and Mother inlaw

03/08/2025

28 Days to Spring!
“Spring is just around the corner! Now is the perfect time to sow seeds, trim shrubs, and refresh your beds. Come visit the nursery for winter-hardy seedlings and all the essentials to get a head start.”

03/08/2025

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21/07/2025

BASICS TO SOIL PREPERATION 1. Clearing the Area:
Remove all weeds, rocks, and other debris that could interfere with plant growth.
This ensures that your plants won't have to compete for resources like water and nutrients.
2. Tilling the Soil:
Loosen the soil to a depth of about 20-30cm (8-12 inches).
This can be done manually with a shovel or fork, or with a rototiller.
Tilling improves aeration and drainage, making it easier for roots to grow.
If there are compacted layers deeper than 20-30cm, deep cultivation may be necessary.
3. Amending the Soil:
Add organic matter like compost and well-rotted manure to improve soil structure and fertility.
Compost provides essential nutrients and improves water retention.
Fertilizers, such as superphosphate, can be added to further enhance nutrient levels.
Bone meal can be used as a source of phosphorus, but be mindful if you have dogs, as it can be attractive to them.
4. Soil Temperature and Moisture:
The soil temperature should be suitable for the specific plants you intend to grow.
Ensure the soil is well-drained but not overly wet, as this can lead to root rot.
Adding organic matter helps to regulate soil temperature and moisture levels.
5. Testing and Adjusting pH:
It's a good idea to test your soil pH to ensure it's within the optimal range for your chosen plants.
Most vegetables prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0 to 7.0).
If necessary, you can adjust the pH by adding lime (to raise it) or sulfur (to lower it).
6. Other Considerations:
Consider adding a layer of mulch to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
Plan for pathways between your garden beds to allow for easy access.
If you are planting trees, ensure the soil is well-prepared to a depth of about 60cm.
By following these steps, you can create a healthy and productive garden environment for your plants.

20/07/2025

🌸 Hydrangea colour changes with soil pH — here’s how it works:

🌿 The Science Behind It:

Hydrangea macrophylla (commonly called bigleaf hydrangeas) can change colour based on the pH level of the soil. This colour shift is due to how aluminium ions in the soil are absorbed by the plant, and that ability is affected by the soil’s pH.

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💙 Acidic Soil (pH < 6.0):
• Colour: Blue or purple flowers
• Why: Acidic soil allows aluminium to be more available to the plant’s roots.
• The plant absorbs aluminium, which reacts with pigments in the petals to create blue hues.

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💗 Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0):
• Colour: Pink or red flowers
• Why: In alkaline soil, aluminium becomes less available.
• Without aluminium uptake, the natural pigments stay pink or red.

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💜 In-Between Soil (pH ~6.0–7.0):
• Colour: Purple, mauve, or mixed shades
• Why: A moderate pH gives limited aluminium availability, leading to a blend of pink and blue tones.

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🧪 How to Change the Colour:
• To turn flowers blue:
Add aluminium sulfate or organic matter like pine needles, coffee grounds, or sulfur to lower the pH.
• To turn them pink:
Add lime (calcium carbonate) to raise the pH and block aluminium uptake.

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🌼 Note: White hydrangeas usually don’t change colour with pH—they’re not affected in the same way.