Author: Rory Harding

We recently had our soil tested by Hills Laboratories (www.hill-laboratories.com). We requested two tests: one called 'basic soil' and another called 'heavy metals + mercury' (with lead being the prime concern). The 'basic soil' test was intended to serve as a guide for any further soil amendments and management. It offers ph, levels of calcium, [...]

New Habitate website and fruit catalogue out now. Formerly known as Sutherland Nursery, http://www.habitate.co.nz is now the home of Habitate Heritage Fruits Nursery and Edible Landscape Design & Installation services of Jason Ross. Here at George street orchard the season has been kind. Sap is subsiding and growth slows into remaining hardy greens. After finishing [...]