Atherton Raspberry

Robus probus, Helidon Hills Raspberry, Bagulam…. Native to the east coast of QLD from the Helidon Hills to Atherton in the north, the Atherton Raspberry thrives in subtropical and tropical …

Waterlogging in Olive Groves

Olive trees need both water and oxygen in the soil around the roots for growth and survival. Poorly drained soils will limit oxygen availability and lead to rapid plant decline. …

Sub-Tropical Apple Varieties

Anna is specialized low chill, sub-tropical variety suited to climates that have mild winters. Original developed in Israel they are the best choice for warmer parts of QLD, NSW and will fruit well from Sydney to Cairns. These trees will grow well in colder areas but late spring frosts may affect fruit set. Anna produces delicious, crunchy apples very similar to their cold climate cousins. They however, only require a low amount of winter chill. They are comparable in taste and shape to Red Delicious

Sunburn Damage in Fruit Trees

Many fruit trees are susceptible to sunburn damage as young, newly planted trees in the field. Sunburn on young trees can seriously affect growth and in some cases, be fatal. …

Protecting Plants From Frost

In general, if you are in a frost prone areas it is best to plant in  the Spring once the frosts are finished.  This will allow the plants to get …