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    Flower Care

    Oct 01, 2020 3 minutes
    By Carolyn Rutherford, Malanda, Qld.

    I grow flowers organically and by the seasons, and sell them as cut flowers at our local market. I’ve learnt a lot about flowers over the past few years and would love to share my tips and discoveries.

    A good diet is vital for all of us; flowers require a lot of nutrients, so prepare the bed before planting as you would for annuals.

    PLANT LIKE WITH LIKE

    Although you can make mixed flower borders for cutting, it is best

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