It’s the Lunar New year and significantly The Year of The Horse which is a great time to get out into the garden or get to work on your indoor plants so they are fresh and healthy to welcome in the new year and all of the wonderful possibilities that await.
Here’s what I have been doing in my garden
Cleaning and Clearing
I have been going around my garden removing any dead plants, spent leaves, and clutter from the garden to welcome new, positive energy. I have also been adding mature Compost to improve the soil.
Pruning
I have been doing some trimming of my hedge plants. Trimming back overgrown plants to promote healthy, new growth for the last of the Summer flush as we head into Autumn.
Planting
I have been planting out some Basil and new decorative plants like Coleus in my containers to freshen them up to symbolize growth and luck, especially at the entrance to our home.
Pop in some Fish
I have some lovely ceramic fish that float around in a bowl of water in the garden – no feeding required and they’re always looking great.
Every good painting has a splash of red
Plant some red flowers or red foliage. Alteranthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ is a lovely red leafed foliage plant. I have Red Mandevilla in a hanging basket with Dichondra Silver falls and they look great
Plant some Flowers
Planting flowers represents the arrival of new life and in Perth we can plant flowers all year round – we are so lucky!
Keep Your Indoors Fresh
Adding beautiful indoor plants to your home helps remove toxins from the air and keep it fresh. Looking onto green plants in your home makes you feel better, especially if you’re working from home. Don’t over-water, feed them with a foliar spray for indoor plants. Put them outside for a shower and a deep hose water with the hose every month or so.
Wishing you all a very happy Lunar New Year, may the horse bring you luck and good health and much happiness,
新年快乐
新年快樂
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