Recognising Edible Gardens in the Lyttelton/Mt Herbert Area Nominations close Friday 21 February 2014 Growing food is good for so many reasons. The produce is cheap, nutritious and delicious. Gardening is good exercise out in the fresh air, and when we are successful we enjoy great satisfaction. Not having to drive into town to buy food trucked or flown … Read More
RECOGNISING SUSTAINABLE EDIBLE GARDENS IN THE SHIRLEY/PAPANUI WARD
Nominations close 5pm Friday 21 February 2014
In partnership with the Canterbury Horticultural Society, the Sustainable Edible Garden Awards within the Shirley/Papanui ward is a wonderful way to acknowledge and celebrate those local residents, schools and communities who are passionate about their gardens and their bountiful harvests.
It has been rather windy. I lost a few panels on my growing tunnels although the last couple of days have been really nice. We can still expect the odd windy spell. It has been an interesting spring. N.I.W.A. said a number of weather records around the country were broken in October – some a … Read More
Ramblers – getting to know your City The CHS Ramblers, with our knowledgeable leaders Warwick Scadden and Elizabeth Peacock explore many of our city’s picturesque localities taking in areas of special horticultural interest. Inquiries to CHS Office tel: 366 6937 Ramblers 2014 Programme All walks commence at 9.30am Download the Printable Brochure April 22nd Riccarton Bush Meet … Read More
PRESS RELEASE From: Canterbury Horticultural Society Date: 6 November 2013 Download the Press Release in PDF Format Ellerslie Garden Tours 2014 Celebrate the garden capital with over 20 hand-picked gardens across Christchurch and Canterbury. Ellerslie Garden Tours will visit some of the regions most acclaimed private and nationally important gardens including Middle Rock, Coniston, Winchmore, … Read More