Planting & Growing

Planting & Growing Seven fast growing plants for privacy These 7 fast growing plants from Bunnings Warehouse will make you help decide which quick growing tree to plant around your fence line for privacy.

Planting & Growing 10 high protein foods you can grow at home Grow these high protein vegetables and protein rich foods at home in your very own garden. Whether you’re a vegetarian or are trying to eat healthier, here’s our list of top 10 high protein vegetables to grow at home.

Planting & Growing Bring the outside in with indoor plants Bring the outside in with layers of lush indoor plants in all shapes and sizes.

Planting & Growing Five reasons to plant a mature or advanced tree Planting a mature or old tree in your garden can be a quick and easy way to create the backyard of your dreams. Here's a few good reasons why planting a mature tree might be worth considering for your garden.

Planting & Growing How long does it take fruit trees to bear fruit? Fruit trees are a great addition to any garden. Not only for their aesthetic appeal, but also for what they produce. But how long do you have to wait before your newly planted tree bears fruit?

Planting & Growing How to choose drought tolerant plants It’s easy to think planting for drought is just a matter of planting a garden full of “set and forget” New Zealand plants. But if you really want to be waterwise in your garden design, there are a number of other things to consider when choosing dro...

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a lemon tree A beautiful landscape tree that also produces masses of incredibly delicious and useful fruit, a lemon tree can be an awesome addition to your garden.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for gardenias With a sweet fragrance and attractive flowers, you’ll love the versatile gardenia.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for indoor plants For people unable to garden outdoors, growing indoor plants allows them to indulge in a hobby that gives great pleasure.

Planting & Growing How to grow blueberries Blueberries are nature’s superfoods, packed with antioxidants and filled with flavour. These pretty bushes make a wonderful dwarf hedge or in small gardens, try growing them in pots to enjoy flowers in spring and fresh berries throughout summer.

Planting & Growing How to plant and care for sunflowers Sunflowers are a great way to add colour to your garden, and they’re easy to grow and care for. Bunnings Greenlife buyer Katie explains the basics of how to grow sunflowers and shares some tips on how to care for them.

Planting & Growing How to move an advanced or old tree If you need to move a large established tree or plant at home, it can be tricky. Here's what you need to do to ensure the tree doesn’t experience transplant shock in the move.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow a cherry tree Sweet or sour, cherries are a popular summer treat around the world. Lovely and narrow, the cherry tree is suited to areas with cold winters, creating a stunning display of blossom in spring followed by the much-loved fruit.

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Planting & Growing How to pot a plant Whether you’re starting from scratch or re-housing a plant that’s outgrown its old home, potting a plant is surprisingly easy. No green thumb required! Learn how.

Planting & Growing How to take care of your plants in summer With its combination of hot and dry weather, summer can be really tough on your garden. Find out how to look after your plants.

Planting & Growing Prepare your vegie patch for a productive spring Supercharge summer’s bounty by taking the time to enrich your vegetable beds before the growing season.

Planting & Growing Pruning tips for your garden Winter is prime pruning season for many plants. A good trim keeps them healthy and promotes growth – and can even help increase your stock of plants.

Planting & Growing What to do in the garden in winter It’s important to pay attention to your garden during the winter months as many plants need a little extra protection and care. Here's how to help your garden survive and thrive in the cold.

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Planting & Growing How to build a garden bed Transform your outdoor area by learning how to build a garden bed. It’s easy to do, just follow our step-by-step guide.

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Planting & Growing How to grow vegetables Watch our step-by-step guide and find out everything you need to know about how to grow fresh vegetables in your garden.

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Planting & Growing How to install garden edging Garden edging can help to make your garden beds look neat and tidy. We’ll show you how to install plastic or corrugated garden edging around your garden.

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Planting & Growing How to make a screen using plants Find out how to create a privacy screen in your garden using plants.

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Planting & Growing How to plant seedlings Growing your own plants or vegies from seedlings is a great way to start your garden. We’ll show you how to plant seedlings directly into your garden beds or start them out in pots.

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Planting & Growing How to prune trees Knowing how to prune your trees properly can help to shape them and promote healthy growth. We’ll show you the basics to make pruning a tree easier.

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Planting & Growing How to trim hedges Hedges are an excellent way to add shape to your garden. Here are a couple of tips to effectively trim and maintain a hedge.

Planting & Growing Flowering bulbs to plant in autumn If you want to be greeted by an explosion of colour and fragrance this spring, you need to get in your garden and start planting your bulbs in autumn.

Planting & Growing How to create an allergy-friendly garden If you suffer from hay fever or other allergies, then being out in the garden can, at times, be less than enjoyable. But there are some steps you can take to create an allergy-friendly garden so you can spend more time gardening and less time sneezi...

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Planting & Growing How to grow strawberries You’ll love the taste of home-grown strawberries. It’s a great activity the whole family will have fun doing.

Planting & Growing What to do in the garden in July The days may be shorter, wet, windy and cold but your garden will benefit from any time you spend working in it now. But if the rain is keeping you out of the garden, you can always head to the shed and carry out some simple tool maintenance.

Planting & Growing Winter garden ideas It may be cold outside in most parts of New Zealand but there are still a few things that need to be done in the garden at this time of the year. But if you can’t face going outside, you can always bring your garden inside suggests Bunnings horticul...