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Garden bedtime

As the horticulturalist’s saying goes, it’s time to put your vegetable garden to bed for winter. Essentially, this means to let your garden rest – which is a common practice in Christchurch due to our cooler climate. Doing so achieves stronger soil structure and rejuvenation through microbial activity, for better growing when warm […]

The styling method to supplement wallpaper

Combining wallpaper, artwork, textures, and decorative accents might seem excessive, yet there is a method to the madness. For cohesion that flows from colour to mood, consider these tips. Textures: Introduce varying textures to invite depth and dimension. Artwork: To anchor wallpaper, hang art, but don’t overdo it. Frames with negative space and […]

Canines in conservation

Detecting, monitoring and conserving – meet the canines protecting our native ecosystems. Certified conservation dogs are some of New Zealand’s greatest guardians when it comes to preserving protected species and uncovering unwanted pests. More than 120 dog and handler teams work tirelessly nationwide to support conservation goals. Alongside their handlers, they: Locate protected […]