August 2016 Quiz Time Q & A
Which country name begins with these letters? Qa Rw Se Th Ur
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Being values driven
Over two days in August 1988, the United Building Society had $180million of its depositors’ funds withdrawn! Customers had heard rumours that United was in trouble and they rushed to take out their money before the anticipated collapse occurred. Bankers call this a “run on funds”. Short of outright collapse it is the worst scenario … Read More
May Plant of the Month – Coprosma Pacific Sunset
Coprosma Pacific Sunset is a striking evergreen plant grown for its vivid red foliage with burgundy/chocolate brown markings. This contrast plant is stunning in pots or the garden and works well in mass plantings. This versatile plant can also be used as a low hedging plant, reaching around 1m tall with an upright mounding habit. … Read More
CHS Sponsors Otakaro Orchard Project
Support the Givealittle campaign 30 April – 8 May Ōtākaro Orchard – Community Garden and Urban Food Hub – is intended to be a public space that produces food, hosts a social enterprise cafe, multiple event spaces and abundant opportunities for education. The vision is for a place where both locals and tourists gain knowledge … Read More
Edible Awards Announced
The 2016 Shirley-Papanui Edible Garden Awards function attracted 65 guests, 48 of which were nominees, and friends and families of the nominees. The remainder were elected members, CHS judges (Michael Coulter and Neiel Drain) and presenters, members of the CHS and Council staff. A student photographer and tutor from Papanui High school also attended. The … Read More
April Plant of the Month – Michelia Fairy White
Don’t forget about Odering’s annual sale which runs from now until the 10th of April. All plants are 25-50% off.
Oderings School Gardens Show – Awards Announcement
Congratulations to Ōpāwa School on winning the People’s Choice Award and to Northcote on winning the School’s Choice Award. Click here to see the full results and photos.
March 2016 Quiz Time Q & A
To which genus do the following plants belong? Daffodil Calla Gladiolus Marigold … Read More
March Plant of the Month – Euphorbia Lipstick
An attractive plant ideally suited to a patio or protected area, lipstick will flower freely in late Winter, Spring and Summer with best results in well drained soil, and a drier environment in Winter.
March 2016 Quiz Time Q & A
To which genus do the following plants belong? Daffodil Calla Gladiolus Marigold … Read More