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William, SilverSmart's gardening guide

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Your SilverSmart gardening guide

I've been growing vegetables and flowers in New Zealand gardens for over forty years. Whatever's happening in your patch — a question about planting, pests, pruning, or what to do this season — just ask, and I'll help you sort it out.

Not sure where to start? Try one of these:

What should I be planting this month?How do I stop slugs and snails eating my seedlings?My tomatoes have yellow leaves — what does that mean?When is the best time to prune roses in New Zealand?How often should I water my vegetable garden in summer?What can I grow in pots on a small balcony?

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