What's new

June/July 2005

	Safe As Houses More and more gardeners are looking for ways of controlling troublesome pests without having to resort to the harsher, more toxic chemicals commonly used in the past. Amgrow Garden King is pleased to be able to offer a new softer option with their recently released, synthetic pyrethroid broad spectrum insecticide, Chemspray Garden Insect Spray. The active constituent, Bifenthrin, is one of the new generation synthetic pyrethroids that has an extremely low toxicity to humans, animals and birds but is deadly to a wide range of garden pests. Once applied it is resistant to both sunlight and rain water, which enables it to offer protection to plants for up to 8 weeks, even though it is not a systemic insecticide. It controls aphids, thrips, caterpillars, bugs and mites on both indoor and outdoor ornamental trees, shrubs and flowering plants. Soil residing insects such as cutworms and lawn grubs can be controlled with this product. Because the concentration of Bifenthrin is so low it is not necessary for this product to carry a scheduled poison warning – an indication of the low toxicity of the product. Although it is an extremely safe and effective pesticide, care should be taken near ponds and water features where fish are present. Envirogreen Pty Ltd, Tel: 02- 4776 8308 www.amgrowgardenking.com.au
	Rainmate - a water tank that fits in a box! Rainmate is an exclusive UK-designed water tank that fits in a box. As such, it is a low cost, flat-packed, UV-resistant, large 200 litre capacity water tank featuring it's own integral stand, childproof lid and leaf grill and tap. The lid allows the product to be used with a standard downpipe and is designed to catch falling rain when placed in the open. The unique design packs into a slim box measuring 160mm x 510mm x 1060mm allowing easy customer transport. The tank also allows retail outlets, mail order companies and online suppliers to gain sales from the ever-growing water tank market, which up until now has been only available to `out of town' suppliers. The Rainmate assembly is a basic DIY project with full instructions provided and no tools required. More than one tank can be used `in line' utilising the provided outlet, thus increasing the potential catchment capacity. Rainmate is available in Australia and New Zealand exclusively through Combined Group of Companies Pty Ltd Tel (02) 9666 1109.
	Colour-coordinated trainers Evergreen Nursery has developed a new colour-coordinated plastic trainer especially for use with the company's range of climbers. The trainer provides a significant improvement in the presentation of climbers and has enabled Evergreen to present extremely tidy displays with labels supported at uniform heights - all facing the same direction towards the customer. A handle makes it easier for staff and customers alike to handle the climbers and has been a real boost to sales of the climbing range. Evergreen Nursery (03) 9737407.
	New liquid fertilisers from Monty's Monty's organic fertilisers are especially formulated to allow plants optimal growing conditions and help to repair damaged natural resources. Monty's Plant/Seed Starter 2-7.5-6 is ideal for seed germination, seedling care and young plant maintenance and is recommended as a bloom enhancer. This formulation is also great for indoor use. Monty's All Purpose Use 4-8-4 is a broad-use, root zone or foliar plant food which is high in essential major and trace elements. This formula promotes new growth, root and top growth and larger foliage. Monty's Humigin and Monty's Liquid Organic Fertiliser completes the range. Monty's is recommended as a supplement to current fertiliser programs. Monty's Food Plant Tel: (03) 9707 0019
	Sensational new Sunsatias Sunsatias combine the best attributes of different Nemesia species blended into one tremendous series that will change the way we consider this genus for ever. They were bred in Germany by crossing South African annual and perennial nenesia species. Sunsatia hybrids are distinctively different from traditional Nemesias. They produce more flowers, larger blooms, and flower for a longer period. They also provide stunning winter colour in containers in outdoor living areas. The plants have greater vigour and an excellent branching habit. But above all they come in a range of previously unavailable colours, producing vivid, luminescent bright colours mixed with soft, subtle pastel shades. Sunsatias have received international accolades including numerous awards at US university trials. The series was unveiled at the 2003 Chelsea Flower Show and every variety won a Royal Horticultural Society Silver Medal. Aussie Winners Tel:(07) 3206 7676.
	For big clean ups. This is what your customers have been waiting for! The Décor big clean-up Garden Tidy and a matching Décor Garden Broom make cleaning up in the garden or workshop so quick and easy……just park the tidy and sweep the rubbish into it. Saves lots of time and effort. Décor Tel: 03 9759 2222
	New Self-watering Ceramic Pot from Moss An innovative new development from the Moss company combines the proven reliability and effectiveness of a self-watering pot with the decorative appeal of a stylish ceramic container. The new Moss Self-watering Ceramic Pot can water plants for up to two weeks in average climatic conditions. This pot is fully glazed inside and outside minimising the effects of watermarks underneath. Soft rubber feet have been fitted to protect surfaces from scratches, making the perfect indoor or outdoor container. To add to the appeal, the pots come in a range of modern ceramic colours and designs to suit varying lifestyle decor. Utilising the proven self-watering pot technology, the patented inner saucer promotes capillary attraction drawing water up through the soil to the roots. The convenient watering spout makes for easy filling and monitoring of water storage. This helps prevent root rot and other fungus diseases by avoiding over and under watering. Moss Products 1800 333 107.

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