SEPTEMBER 2023 A Thriving Garden |
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What makes a thriving garden?
We had a mid year break hiking in Austria and Germany. It was wonderful. But there was a big BUT... read below.
I have a raft of new classes planned from now until the end of the year. Scroll on through to be tempted and I'd love to see you when you book in
I've added a delectable and very easy recipe for you this newsletter. Tasty, savoury, and quick, it includes lots of fresh vegies and edible flowers ( you can buy flowers them from me, just call to order 0416157470)
And what to plant now for spring... oh what a choice we have!
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What does a thriving garden look like?
What comes to mind when you read those words?
A thriving garden is the sum of the above ground and below ground parts. And when we apply pesticides, herbicides and fungicides, we kill off all manner of beneficial insects as well as those we call pests.
When we were in Austria, and Hungary, there was a distinct silence in gardens... where were all the insects - hoverflies, bees, butterflies, dragonflies... nowhere to be seen.
I suspect they've had a serious wakeup call as their insect numbers have drastically fallen.
Even banks of lavenders- no bees. And this gorgeous border planting at the Swarovski Crystal Garden near Strasborg - no bees.
My plea... Be a person who cares enough to stop the use of these chemicals in your garden.
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Classes at Ecobotanica
September Floral Mini High Tea & Flower Pressing Class
Sunday 17 September 1-4pm $85
Enjoy a wonderful experience in the garden , with afternoon tea and a hands on how to class about pressed flowers.
We've had terrific feedback about this class.
Do join us and enjoy the whole afternoon of garden bliss.
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Delicious Pickles & Relishes Class
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Sunday 22 October
1-4.30 pm $95
This class is in great demand.
Our Jams and Jellies class was such a success that now we are offering a savoury option.
This is all about the 'how to' of Pickles and chutneys, relishes and achar.
We'll also enjoy afternoon tea with some of those tasty treats to sample and yes, you'll take some home that you've made.
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Spring Mini Floral High Tea & Simple Flower Crowns Class (for adults)
Sun 29th Oct 2023, 1:00-4.30 pm
I've planned a crafty and creative afternoon class combined with a mini high tea.
We'll have a beautiful afternoon, and you'll take home your own flower crown.
Isn't it just what we'd all love to do? Make something beautiful and whimsical to make us as grown ups feel like a blithe little spirit again?
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Herbal Teas – Growing & Blending Tea Herbs
Sat 18th Nov 2023, 1:00 - 4pm
So why buy your own herbal teas/tisanes if you can grow them and blend your own.
At this fun afternoon you'll be learning how and what to grow in pots or in your garden so you can pluck fresh herbs for your next cuppa.
And, you'll be delighted to harvest herbs from our organic garden straight into your pretty teapot.
Of course we'll enjoy afternoon tea with our herbal teas too.
And you'll take home a bunch of fresh herbs to continue making fresh teas later.
It's a real treat.
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Christmas Elderflower & Elderberry Class
Sun 10th Dec, 1:00-4.00pm
Begin the afternoon with an elderflower mocktail. What a lovely way to celebrate Christmas early.
Learn about the ways to grow this delectable plant and the cautions behind both growing and using it.
Create three elderflower and elderberry delights to take home including Elderberry Jam; Elderberry Cordial and Elderflower champagne. These match the season so well with depth of flavour, colour and festive bubbles.
You’ll also taste the joys of other elderflower recipes that I make often when they are in season as we enjoy our afternoon tea.
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Easy Whipped Feta Recipe
It looks great, tastes marvellous and is dead easy.
It's a winner with everyone I serve it to.
It's colourful and has lots of vegies. Tick of approval!
One friend even said that she ate so many more vegetables than she expected because it was all so good.
Another guest wanted a container to take it home before everyone else ate it all!
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Our Garden Gate Stall
It’s open most Saturdays from 7.30-11.30 with a range of delicious seasonal products.
You'll find posies of flowers, fresh harvest organic ginger, pickles, chutneys, unusual and fabulous jam and jellies, fruit and flower cordials and honey.
Text or email me if you'd like to call over to grab some goodies when the stand is not open.
linda@ecobotanica.com.au
0416157470
8 Silverash Court Capalaba
Find stand updates at Ecobotanica Facebook and Instagram pages.
It’s a cash or PayID honesty system.
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Plant in your garden now
Spring planting ideas:
Go for it in a big way. Grow lots of summer veg now for salads - lettuces, parsley, mizuna, chiocory, Michihili cabbages; tomatoes, cucumbers and beans. Still not too late for sugar snap and snow peas on trellises.
Pop in some asparagus and red onions too. They will make you a garden star when you harvest them*
Flowers include Hollyhocks, sunflowers, zinnias, cosmos and Marigolds.
And don't forget to use Organic Eco ocp Soil wetter, Instant Humus (available from me) and compost to help hold the soil moisture this dry season.
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Public events
Thurs. 14 Sept. 'The Clayfield' lifestyle village presentation
Friday 29 Sept 4-5.30
Simple flower crowns for teens and the young at heart
Indooroopilly Library . To book your free spot call the library on 34070009
Thursday 12 Oct. 11.30
Petite Gardens Presentation
Bulimba Library
To book your free spot call the library on 34078223
Saturday 4th November 1pm
Bracken Ridge Library
Edible Flowers for any Garden
To book your free spot call the library on 36676060
Thursday 9 Nov
Murilla Garden Club Central QLD
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Buy your own Delicious Bunch. Click below |
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Home Garden Consultations
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| Life is a Garden, go out and grow |
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