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June Gardening Magic: Winter Tips & Exciting Updates from Aussie Green Thumb!

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Nathan Schwartz
June 19, 2024

G’day Green Thumbs!

Welcome to the June edition of the Aussie Green Thumb Newsletter!

As the winter chill sets in, it’s the perfect time to cosy up with a warm cuppa and plan your next gardening adventures.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, we’ve got a blooming fantastic lineup to keep your garden vibrant and thriving this winter!

We’re Here to Inspire You To:

  • Grow edibles that can feed you and your family - saving you time and money!

  • Grow and learn more about our bountiful native bush tuckers!

  • Grow natives rather than introduced species to promote more sustainable gardens that welcome both people and local wildlife!

How to Grow Kale in Australia

Kale has had a huge surge in popularity over the last decade, having previously fallen a little out of favour. However this iconic superfood isn’t just the latest fad, kale is here to stay. 

25 Types of Kale to Grow in Australia

There are so many different types of kale to choose from, and each and every variety of this health food staple can be both highly nutritious and beautifully ornamental at the same time. 

Syzygium Oleosum (Blue Lilly Pilly) Bush Tucker Guide

An esteemed bush tucker and one of my favourite garden ornamentals in the Myrtaceae family, Syzygium oleosum is a truly exquisite specimen - full of life, colour, and character in outdoor spaces.

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The tree's dense foliage is very aromatic, releasing a wonderful fruity scent when crushed. Once matured, blue lilly pilly will also boast an attractive and dense canopy, perfect for adding some summery shade to gardens!

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Here’s the latest from Aussie Green Thumb this month.

Cushion Bush (Leucophyta Brownii) Australian Growing Guide

The charming and beguiling cushion bush makes for a wonderful addition to an Australian native garden. Leucophyta brownii is the sole species in this genus and it’s packed with character.

Plant Once, Pick Forever: Salad Mixes, Herbs, and Vegetables

Get ready to spice up your cooking and enjoy endless harvests with plants that you only need to plant once and can pick forever! Explore our list of easy-to-grow salad mixes, herbs, and veggies that add a delicious twist to your meals.

Winter is a fantastic time to grow a variety of hardy vegetables that thrive in cooler temperatures. Here are some of the best veggies to plant in your Aussie winter garden:

  1. Broccoli: This nutrient-packed veggie is perfect for winter planting. It prefers cooler weather and can be harvested in late winter to early spring.

  2. Cauliflower: Like its cousin broccoli, cauliflower does well in winter. Plant it now for a late winter to early spring harvest. Keep an eye out for pests like cabbage moths.

  3. Kale: A winter staple, kale thrives in cold weather and can even become sweeter after a frost. Plant it in well-drained soil and enjoy its nutritious leaves throughout winter. See our kale guide here!

  4. Carrots: Sow carrot seeds directly into the ground for a steady supply of this root vegetable. They grow well in the cool weather and can be harvested gradually.

Here are some essential tasks to ensure your garden thrives this month:

  1. Prepare Your Soil: Enrich your garden beds with organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil structure and fertility. This sets the stage for a bountiful spring.

  2. Prune Deciduous Trees and Shrubs: Winter is the perfect time to prune your deciduous trees and shrubs while they’re dormant. Remove any dead or diseased branches to promote healthy growth come spring.

  3. Mulch, Mulch, Mulch: Apply a thick layer of mulch to your garden beds to protect plants from frost, retain soil moisture, and suppress weeds. Organic mulches like straw, bark chips, or compost are ideal. Check out our ultimate mulch garden guide here!

  4. Plant Winter Veggies: Get your winter vegetable garden going by planting hardy veggies. Ensure they're well-watered and protected from pests.

  5. Protect from Frost: Use frost cloths or old blankets to cover sensitive plants on cold nights. Move potted plants to sheltered spots or indoors to shield them from frost damage.

  6. Tidy Up: Clean up fallen leaves and debris to prevent pests and diseases. Use the leaves in your compost pile to enrich your soil.

See our full winter gardening guide below:

Best Aeroponic Tower Gardens in Australia for 2024

Aeroponics offers space-saving gardening solutions for anybody and everybody. Whether you’ve got a tiny balcony garden or a vast plot with acres of space to play with, having more space is always at the top of gardeners’ wish lists.

There you have it, Green Thumbs! Your June Update!

Don't forget to check out our detailed guides and tutorials on our website for more in-depth information. If you haven't already done so, make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for the latest gardening videos, tips, and DIY projects.

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Happy gardening, and we’ll see you next month with more green goodness!

Cheers,

Nathan Schwartz 

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