Category Archives: Fruits

Citrus Gall Wasp – Pruning

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Liz

I have been battling citrus gall wasp for a few seasons now and have tried a number of methods to attempt to get rid of them.  I have tried slicing off the galls, I have tried ignoring them and I … Continue reading →

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Monday Harvest – 8th July 2013

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Liz

Before I kick off with my harvests this week I had a question from a reader that I had no idea how to answer.  Does anyone have experience with apricot trees and their ailments?  If so Nola would love your … Continue reading →

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Saturday Spotlight – Finger Limes

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Liz

There is a great deal I don’t know about the plant I am spotlighting this week but as I have just had my first harvest I am keen to share it with the world. These are Finger Limes: Finger Limes (Citrus … Continue reading →

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Citrus News

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Liz

Every time I listen to gardening talkback on the radio (about weekly) someone rings in with a question about looking after citrus.  I think this is partially because they do need some maintenance and partially because people really value the … Continue reading →

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Reader’s Post – John Mich’s Strawberry Syrup

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Liz

I was recently asked if I take contributions from readers and after thinking about it for a while it struck me as an excellent idea.  Here is first post I have published from a reader – Liz When Mankind first discovered uses for fire … Continue reading →

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