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Caring for fruit and citrus

Your fruit trees will be a part of your garden for a very long time, so it makes sense to take care of them. Whatever the type of tree, they need fertilising, pruning and regular pest patrols. View our tips below.

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Essential Guide to Growing Citrus

The Essential Guide to Citrus (Downloadable)

Growing your own juicy citrus doesn't have to be a dream! From trustworthy Eureka Lemons to Aussie Native Finger Limes, discover which citrus is best for your garden + learn essential citrus tips and...

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Everything you need to know about stone fruits

Everything You Need to Know About Stone Fruits & How to Grow Them at Home

Stone fruits are a Summertime favourite, often filling salads, desserts and dishes with their juicy and delicious...

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Common Citrus Pest & Disease

7 Most Common Citrus Pests & Diseases

From Oranges and Lemons to Grapefruit and Aussie Native Finger Limes, there's a lot to love about growing your own...

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Companion Planting for Fruit & Citrus Trees

Companion Planting Chart for Fruit & Citrus Trees

Have you heard of underplanting? It's a form of companion planting that does wonders for your fruiting plants. Depending...

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Planting healthy fruit & citrus trees

Whether it’s a lime tree in the back corner or a blueberry in the front garden, planting fruiting trees is its own...

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Choose The Right Fruit For Your Climate Zone

Need help on choosing the right fruit for your climate? Scotts Australia's experts provide the best solutions online to...

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Pruning & training

Pruning allows trees, hedges and flowers to grow thicker and healthier. Check out how to do it successfully.

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How to grow citrus trees | Love the Garden

Citrus Tree Growing Guide: How To Grow and Care for Citrus Trees

Want big, juicy citrus' growing from your trees in the backyard? Now you can - here's how.

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Fertilising Fruit & Citrus Trees

Citrus and fuit trees use nutrients they take up from the soil through their roots to grow, flower, and fruit. Over the...

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