Protect your ears
Hearing Awareness Week (from
March 1 to 7) highlights the issues
affecting Australians living with
hearing loss. It’s a timely reminder
that it’s important to wear ear
protection when using power tools
and working on noisy DIY projects.
Check out the wide range in store.
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Get a wriggle
on in the vegie
patch. Sow
seeds or plant
seedlings of
brassicas (see
2
below for a few
suggestions), plus leeks
and climbing peas.
You can still plant
various leafy greens
and herbs, and at this
time of year they’re
less likely to bolt.
Trim and feed
hedges to
keep them tidy
and promote
new growth.
Propagate
cuttings or add to
the compost bin.
3
Spring-flowering
bulbs, like daffodils,
jonquils, hyacinths,
ranunculus and tulips,
can now be planted
in cool climes. Place
in full sun
with welldraining
soil and
enrich with
compost.
In warmer
climates, wait until 4
mid-late autumn.
It’s sweet pea season!
The tradition is to sow
seeds on St Patrick’s
Day (March 17) but
they can also be sown
in mid-late autumn.
Stake tall
varieties
when planting
or look for
dwarf forms.
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1 Scotts Lawn Builder
‘Awesome’ custom grass
seed, $17.98/1kg, cool climate,
I/N: 0335717, and warm climate,
I/N: 0335722. 2 Mr Fothergill’s
‘Giant Elephant’ leek vegetable
seeds, $4.64, I/N: 0261680.
3 Charlie Carp premium
organic fertiliser concentrate,
$11.98/1L, I/N: 3020034.
4 Seasol ‘Super’ compost,
$8.43/25L, I/N: 0274164.
5 Mr Fothergill’s ‘Explorer
Mixed’ sweet pea seeds, $4.64,
I/N: 2960514. Some products
are not available at all Bunnings
stores, but may be ordered.
3M banded
reusable
18dB ear
plugs, $10.74,
I/N: 5820587
Out of town
Australia boasts unbeatable
camping spots, from the outback
to the islands and everywhere in
between. With long weekends
approaching, plan an autumn
getaway in the great outdoors.
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BROCCOLI
This cool-season vegie has a
firm head and a thick green
stem. Plant in full sun and
rich, well-drained soil.
CAULIFLOWER
Large white (or purple)
heads or ‘curds’ are usually
ready to harvest 90-120
days from planting.
KALE
A culinary favourite that’s
easy to grow in garden beds
or pots. Harvest outer or
lower leaves as needed.
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For more on what to do in the
garden during March, go to
bunnings.com.au/gardencorner
After applying fertiliser around edible plants, delay harvesting for a few days and rinse well
before cooking and eating. If using products to deal with pests, diseases or weeds, always
read the label, follow the instructions carefully and wear suitable protective equipment.
Store all garden chemicals and products out of reach of children and pets.
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Tactix ‘Class 5’ ear
plugs, $3.90/pack
of 5, I/N: 0375366
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1 Waterproof canvas camping swag with
mattress in Black, $99*/single, I/N: 0411715.
2 Marquee ‘Adventurer’ camp chair in Grey,
$11.98, I/N: 0122294. 3 Koolatron ‘Kargo’
31L 12v portable travel fridge/warmer in Grey,
$229.99*, I/N: 0358275. 4 Baccarat ‘Barista
Brillante’ 1.5L double wall thermal carafe,
$54.99*, I/N: 0303933. 5 Komodo 4 person
family camping tent/waterproof shelter,
$279*/large, I/N: 0403511. 6 Weisshorn
thermal winter 0 degree camping/hiking
sleeping bag with two pillows in Black,
$59.95*/double, I/N: 0269243. 7 Weisshorn
self inflating hiking mattress in Blue,
$42.95*/single, I/N: 0373080. This product is
available to buy online only and is sold and delivered by a
Bunnings Marketplace Trusted Seller. Not all items are available
in all states and territories. *Delivery charges may apply.
Words (garden corner) Tammy Huynh; Caitlin Olsen-Ludlow.
Photography Getty Images.
Fill bare patches
or thicken up tired
lawns with
fast-growing
lawn seed.
Look for one
that suits
your climate
and lawn type.
Safecorp
heavy duty
ear muffs, $18,
I/N: 0401343