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Lonicera Nitida Aurea. Also known as Golden Box Honeysuckle, Lonicera Nitida Aurea is a dense, evergreen exotic shrub. Fast growing with fragrant white flowers, it makes a great low hedge when trimmed square. this hardy shrub will do well in full sun or semi-shade.$3 per plant. Lots available.
Hardy, NZ native shrub that bears green-yellow foliage. Masses of small, yellow flowers are produced through summer followed by small, yellow berries in autumn. Grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Commonly trimmed into a hedge, but also makes a great addition to a mixed planting or is used for … View moreHardy, NZ native shrub that bears green-yellow foliage. Masses of small, yellow flowers are produced through summer followed by small, yellow berries in autumn. Grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Commonly trimmed into a hedge, but also makes a great addition to a mixed planting or is used for planting on those difficult-to-grow sites. Good size - around 30cm high. $3 each
Good-sized Teucrium plants ready fir planting now. Fast-growing, spreading, drought-tolerant grey shrub. Attractive hedge with pale-blue bee-attracting flowers. Looks great as a trimmed shrub, low shelter or topiary. Great for coastal sites. Low maintenance. Lots available. $3
Fast growing, grows in sun or shade. Great for hedges or topiary Hardy. Approx 300 plants for sale. Good size - approx 20cm high. $3 per plant
Transform your living room into a work of art with Resene Colorwood wood stains. Find out how to create your own stain feature wall with these easy step by step instructions.
The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury … View moreThe Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours … View moreMany New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
TODAY 50% off all items in our shop today Tuesday. We are in the GABLES ARCADE High Street Rangiora. The last opportunity to get some great bargains this year. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.
Directors chairs extra seating for Xmas and the holidays price is for both , good condition pm me or contact on 0212095513
Pop along to our Xmas Bake sale from 10am - 12 noon Tuesday 23rd December at Sequoia Reserve on Oxford Rd.
Time for our annual Christmas Carol Service.
7 pm Wednesday 24 December - that's Christmas Eve.
39 Canterbury St, in the Ashley Village - signposted from Scenic Route 72.
Our guest service leader, Paul Askin, and his band of talented musicians will take us through a programme of … View moreTime for our annual Christmas Carol Service.
7 pm Wednesday 24 December - that's Christmas Eve.
39 Canterbury St, in the Ashley Village - signposted from Scenic Route 72.
Our guest service leader, Paul Askin, and his band of talented musicians will take us through a programme of favourite carols and worship.
Supper to follow.
A koha/donation will be greatly appreciated. Funds raised go towards the maintenance and repairs of our heritage building.
Enquiries: Ph 027 289 1380
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we … View moreIn The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
Bird feeders are only $20 dollars ea for syrup feeders, or, $25 ea full of bird seed. Fairy house fronts are only $10 ea or with an opening door $15 ea. Pick up is in Rangiora or at the KAIAPOI MARKET opposite NEW WORLD on Saturday morning from 9 am till 12.30 pm
Whip up a larger-than-life nutcracker and have it standing guard to greet guests this Christmas. This is an ideal opportunity to repurpose last year’s baubles, leftover Resene paint testpots and leftover materials from previous projects. You could use an old cardboard box for the body and cover … View moreWhip up a larger-than-life nutcracker and have it standing guard to greet guests this Christmas. This is an ideal opportunity to repurpose last year’s baubles, leftover Resene paint testpots and leftover materials from previous projects. You could use an old cardboard box for the body and cover it in fabric scraps. Find out how to make your own nutcracker with these easy step by step instructions.
For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops.
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