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What's new
October/November 2003
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Bayer Confidor Concentrate Insecticide- new from Yates!
Bayer Confidor, the world's number one selling insecticide, now comes in a new and innovative tube that dispenses pre-measured drops!
The new 8 ml dropper pack makes up to 32 litres, is economical and flexible, easy-to- use and delivers a pre-measured dose with each squeeze.
Bayer Confidor Concentrate Insecticide is easy to mix -.simply drop the required quantity into a sprayer and add water. It is a low toxicity, new generation systemic insecticide that is soft on non-target species such as ladybirds.
Bayer Confidor Concentrate Insecticide controls aphids, azalea lace bug, thrips, psyllids, soft scale, hibiscus flower beetle, mealy bugs, harlequin bugs and is now registered for silverleaf or whitefly on sweet potatoes and cucumber.
More information from Judy Horton (02) 9763 9316 or e-mail judy.horton@yates.com.au.
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New additions to Mr Fothergill's organic vegie rangeMeeting the trend towards pesticide free gardening and healthier eating, last spring Mr Fothergill's released a range of organic seeds.
This spring old Mr F is releasing two more new varieties to the range: Climbing Bean 'Blue Lake' - arguably the best tasting bean available today, a heavy and consistent cropper adaptable to most conditions and Dwarf Bean 'Snapbean' which produces prolific crops of round, crisp beans. It's reliable and very tasty.
The seeds are certified by Organic Farmers & Growers in the UK, and with certification from The Biological Farmers of Australia Co-op Ltd pending, the range now includes: Beetroot 'Detroit', Carrot 'Early Nantes', Cucumber 'Marketmore', Silverbeet 'White Silver', Tomato 'San Marzano', Zucchini 'Black Beauty', Climbing Bean 'Blue Lake' and Dwarf Bean 'Snapbean'.
Mr Fothergill's organic-grown seeds are harvested using traditional methods and there are no chemicals used in the seed cleaning process.
The seeds are attractively packaged, reminiscent of the old brown paper packaging, and retail for $3.50 per packet.
Mr Fothergill's
Tel: (02) 4577 5457
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Eucalyptus stellulata `Aemon' Little Star'Little Star' is the latest addition to the Austraflora range of compact eucalypts for today's gardens. A proven 'Flora for Fauna' choice.
Growing 3-7 metres high and 2-3 metres wide, it produces dense, creamy, nectar-rich flowers from mid-summer to early winter, attracting a wide range of honey-eating birds and smaller insect-foragers such as wrens and thornbills.
'Little Star' is hardy in well drained or seasonally moist soils, is completely frost hardy, and will be happy in a near coastal situation or an inland garden. It is suitable for cold to sub-tropical or semi-arid climates and is ideal in small gardens, for group planting in larger landscapes, or for treescape planting.
Faceys Nursery
Tel: (03) 5996 1466
Tubestock: Austraflora Pty Ltd
Tel: (03) 5965 2011
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New way to save waterMany regions in Australia are now on water restrictions or officially in drought and for those who take pride in their gardens, the best use of available water is critical.
Neem Coir Pty Ltd has announced the release of Neem Coir Mulch, a tried and tested answer to water retention.
Neem Coir has remarkable powers to retain water and can reduce watering schedules by up to 65%. Neem Coir is made from the husks of coconuts and neem tree seeds and is ideal for potting mixes, garden beds, pot plants, seedlings, propagation or tree planting.
While most peats break down within two years of application, Neem Coir lasts for up to 8-12 years, making it a highly cost-effective soil conditioner.
Neem is safe to humans, animals, birds, bees and butterflies and is free from pathogens, weed seeds and toxins. It also naturally blocks the development of pests and insects.
Neem Coir
Tel: 1800 053 808
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HPM goes 'Rio' style with SolarThe Rio Colour Flow Pathlight (HPM Cat. RSLMCPPL) from HPM's Solar Party range is one of twelve additions to HPM's eclectic 2003/04 solar light offering.
HPM's Rio Pathlight emits a `colour changing' light to create a funky party atmosphere outdoors. The colour change effect is due to LED technology that enables a rainbow of colours from green to blue to purple, red and yellow. The light automatically switches on at dusk and will keep a party cruising for up to six hours.
With HPM's bright, new-look solar packaging and a RRP of only $34.95, the Rio light is set to bring a Brazilian beach party atmosphere to Australian homes this season.
Stock up now in preparation for the seasonal rush and take advantage of HPM's garden light marketing and publicity campaign throughout spring and summer 2003/04.
HPM
Tel: 1300 369 777.
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Phygelius 'Funfair' Collection
Height 60cm x spread 60cm.
Full sun location.
There are four bright colours available with these newly released varieties bred as a multi-use plant for garden or container culture.
The Phygelius 'Funfair' Collection features shorter stems and a more compact branching habit that makes them ideal choices for modern gardens with limited space.
They are hardy evergreen plants which are dry-tolerant once established.
The 'Funfair' range of phygelius are exceptional for their unusually dwarf, compact habits. The clusters of tubular shaped flowers are produced from spring right through to late autumn.
Four fun colours are available in these easy-to-grow shrubs which can be grown in large containers just as easily as in outdoor situations.
In areas with heavy frosts foliage may die back but will reappear from the crown during spring.
Plant Growers Australia,
Tel: (03) 9722 1444.
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Thermacell Mosquito RepellentThe Kelly Company is pleased to announce the release of Thermacell Mosquito Repellent - a new, innovative and highly effective product which is being introduced into Australia for the first time this summer.
Thermacell Mosquito Repellent creates a cell of protection covering a 5 metre radius or 21 square metres. It is up to 98% effective on mosquitoes, midges and sandflies and is ideal for decks and patios providing protection when eating outside or for gardening, camping, picnics etc.
Thermacell Mosquito Repellent uses a butane cartridge and so is fully portable.
With the growing number of diseases such as Ross River Fever being spread across Australia by mosquitoes, the Thermacell Mosquito Repellent seems like a smart stock item for the versatile garden centre.
The Kelly Company,
Tel: (02) 9620 6123 or
E-mail: ken@kellycompany.com.au .
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Blagdon - Hydratech Cyclone FilterA great new range of pressurised filters has landed from Blagdon in the UK. The innovative design offers all the advantages of a pressurised filter without the need for frequent cleaning. They are all that your customers will require to maintain a clean and healthy pond.
As dirty water enters the generously sized canister, a cyclonic flow clumps suspended particles which settle to the bottom without blocking the foams. This optimises the foam surface area usage.
The unique layout of the high surface area foam with coarse, medium and fine foams gives seven times larger surface area than some other similarly sized canister filters.
The final stage of filtration is a high powered UV with unique high efficiency built-in ballast. The UV is simple to change and the easy-clean cyclone backwash system speeds the removal of waste after cleaning.
These filters are realistically sized with a pond capacity of up to 20,000 litres and, being pressurised, can be placed anywhere near the pond.
Akline
Tel: 1800 809 743.
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9214 Servo-boosted Grass Shears ...The new Servo mechanism Grass Shears from Fiskars have been designed specifically to prevent jamming. No more stopping to pull the shears apart to clear the blockage, the Servo-boosted Grass Shears spring open cleanly and easily every time.
Traditional shears use two springs - one to keep the cutting edges together, the other to return the blades to the open position. The new Servo mechanism eliminates all this as the blades open and close from two directions.
Lightweight, the Servo-Boosted Grass Shears also feature an adjustable cutting angle, so they can be used vertically or horizontally with just a turn of the blade.
Ideal for trimming small sections of lawn around trees, between pavers or under garden seats and benches, the Servo-Boosted Grass Shears trim and shape at any angle with just a twist of the blade.
Fiskars
Tel: (03) 9798 5355.
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Grevillea 'Orange Box' hybrid selection(G. victoriae x G. juniperina prostrate)
The `box' in the given name actually refers to the suitability of this variety for shaping because it has inherited characteristics from both parents providing that necessary attribute for successful hedging.
Once developed, a dense shape can be maintained with a twice-a-year `short back and sides'. Any more simply removes the bright orange flowers which dot the mid-green foliage for much of the year.
As a more informal shrub, 'Orange Box' grows to around 90cm x 90cm, filling that high demand niche for small grevilleas which flower for a long time. It grows well in full sun or light shade, thriving in cool to sub-tropical and semi-arid climates, in moist well drained soils. Hardy to frost and heat.
Faceys Nursery
Tel: (03) 5996 1466
Tubestock: Austraflora Pty Ltd
Tel:(03) 5965 2011
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