Before you leave town, take 5 minutes to walk around your garden, look for the pink and white flowers of this invasive vine ...
Before you leave town, take 5 minutes to walk around your garden, look for the pink and white flowers of this invasive vine moth plant, then pull/dig out the roots or cut and paste the base of the vine.
Five minutes in December could save hours in a few months.
If you see the pink and white flowers in your neighbours' gardens, very politely check if they know what a dreadfully invasive weed this is. And tell them how to get rid of it. You could be saving your section from being reinvaded by the thousands of seeds that come from moth plant pods.
Spend 5 minutes NOW to do your garden and your neighbours and your local park a favour.
The same goes for the other highly invasive weeds: woolly nightshade, madeira vine, wild ginger and climbing asparagus. Control them before their seeds develop and spread.
Click and download the Weed Control Guide for other invasive weeds that can overgrow your garden and smother native plants in public spaces.
Take care not to get moth plant sap on your skin or clothes.
For more info, get in touch with your local pest free group - for Kaipatiki, see www.pestfreekaipatiki.org.nz...
See the Weed Control Guide below for more advice or search on the links below.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.1% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.2% Hmm, maybe?
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11.7% Yes!
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?
(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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Celebrate Arabic Language Day at Glenfield Library
Join us as we celebrate Arabic Language Day with fun, vibrant, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're learning Arabic, curious about the culture, or just keen for a great community day out — there's something for all ages! See you tomorrow, 11am-2pm.
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