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Pollinator Power: How to Create a Native New Zealand Bee-Friendly Garden
New Zealand Native Bees can sometimes be mistaken for small pests. Spring has well and truly arrived, and with it, a buzz of activity...
Nadia Crighton
6 days ago4 min read


Spring Planting 101: A Native Guide to Planting and Pest Control
New Zealand natives are great for local wildlife and also look stunning! Spring in New Zealand is more than longer days and warmer...
Nadia Crighton
Sep 153 min read


Do Native Plants Talk to Each Other? The Hidden Science of Plant Communication
Recent scientific discoveries reveal that plants can communicate using underground networks, airborne signals, and chemical messages....
Nadia Crighton
Aug 84 min read


The Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Planting Natives - and How to Avoid Them
The Beautiful Kōwhai - a New Zealand Native Plant Planting native species in your garden or restoration project is a wonderful step...
Nadia Crighton
Jul 144 min read


Pittosporum Tenuifolium (Kōhūhū)
Looking for a versatile native plant that ticks all the boxes for New Zealand gardens? Pittosporum tenuifolium, also known as Kōhūhū, is an outstanding choice for hedging, privacy screens, and biodiversity enhancement. With its striking foliage, fast-growing nature, and resilience, it’s no wonder Kōhūhū has become a popular pick in both residential and restoration planting across Aotearoa.
Nadia Crighton
Jul 143 min read


Libertia Grandiflora (NZ Iris)
The beautiful Libertia Grandiflora (NZ Iris) A Striking Native for Structure, Flowering Impact, and Year-Round Texture Graceful, hardy,...
Nadia Crighton
Jun 172 min read


10 New Zealand Native Plants That Practically Look After Themselves
Whether you're a time-poor homeowner, a busy landlord, or managing an Airbnb, low-maintenance landscaping can be a game-changer. Saving your money and time on keeping your biggest investment looking its best. The great news? New Zealand is blessed with native plants that look beautiful and thrive with very little input.
Nadia Crighton
May 143 min read


Tis The Season for Tussock!
Why Nassella Tussock Is a Growing Threat to Our Environment? Native Tussock vs Invasive Tussock As the seasons shift, so too does the...
Nadia Crighton
Apr 94 min read


How to Keep Your Native Plants Healthy Over Winter in New Zealand
We discuss the best time to plant natives, winter maintenance tips, and regional considerations to ensure your native plants stay healthy.
naturesfootprintsn
Mar 174 min read


The Growing Threat of Invasive Weeds in New Zealand: Challenges, Solutions, and the Role of Public Involvement
Reducing Invasive Weeds Helps Protect Our Native Plants and Wildlife Invasive pest weeds pose a significant threat to New Zealand's...
naturesfootprintsn
Feb 175 min read


Tackling Summer Weeds in New Zealand: Protecting Our Native Ecosystems
It's the peak time for invasive weeds to spread rapidly, threatening the delicate balance of our natural environment.
naturesfootprintsn
Jan 135 min read


How to Prepare Your Property and Home for Fire Season
As the weather warms across this beautiful land we call home, it's crucial to remember that the risk of fire also increases.
naturesfootprintsn
Dec 5, 20246 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Mulching
If you're passionate about creating a lush, vibrant garden mulching should be at the top of your gardening to-do list.
naturesfootprintsn
Nov 5, 20248 min read


How to Plant a Native Garden in New Zealand
Creating a native garden in New Zealand is one of the best ways to enhance biodiversity, conserve water, and create a low-maintenance garden
Nadia Crighton
Oct 17, 20245 min read


New Zealand's New Weed List - It's Time to Invest in Native Plants
There's an urgent matter you need to be aware of — over 100 new weeds have been added to New Zealand's 'most unwanted' list!
naturesfootprintsn
Sep 17, 20245 min read


Invasive Pine Species & Embracing Native Plants in New Zealand
Native Restorations investigating the urgency of eradicating invasive pines. Plus, explore the best native plants to grow now.
naturesfootprintsn
Aug 15, 20247 min read


Wattle We Do? Understanding Pest Wattle Plants in New Zealand
Native Restoration is on a mission to create a Wattle Awareness Month, and there is no better time than the present!
Nadia Crighton
Jul 10, 20244 min read


Understanding and Combating Old Man's Beard: A Threat to New Zealand's Biodiversity
New Zealand's unique biodiversity, a treasure trove of native plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, is under immediate and...
naturesfootprintsn
Jun 12, 20246 min read


Unveiling the Threat: Exotic Plants in New Zealand
With its picturesque landscapes and unique biodiversity, New Zealand is under siege. The invaders? Exotic plants. While they may appear...
naturesfootprintsn
May 15, 20247 min read


The Importance of Removing Pest Plant Species
New Zealand's unique biodiversity is threatened by invasive pest plant species that disrupt native ecosystems and degrade habitats.
naturesfootprintsn
Apr 11, 20248 min read
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