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Coffee beans a feast for the eyes

Arabica coffee beans, growing at the Dunedin Botanic Garden. PHOTO: LINDA ROBERTSON

Coffee beans a feast for the eyes

For many, having a fix of a strong cup of coffee is an important part of our daily routine.

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Frankton rescue job wins big

This A-frame house, renovated by Velvin Building, offers modern comforts and gives a nod to...

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Frankton rescue job wins big

A-frame houses sometimes get a bad rap, but this one in Frankton challenges assumptions. Kim Dungey reports.

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Don’t be a slave to perfection

Stop and admire signs of spring, like reticulata irises. PHOTOS: GILLIAN VINE

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Don’t be a slave to perfection

Gillian Vine gets a bit grumpy at over-optimistic writers.

The good and the bad

InThe Practical Kiwi Gardener (Bateman Books, soft cover, $45.99), Philip Thomsen is aiming at the person who has a smaller patch and wants it to be more productive.

Your garden, July 26th

Popular spring bulbs tend to sell out quickly, so buy them as soon as they appear in garden...

Your garden, July 26th

Spring will come, do not be alarmed! In the meantime check out this handy guide to see what you can do to keep your garden upright.

Lower garden a treat, even during winter

The main path through the lower Dunedin Botanic Garden. PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIEN

Lower garden a treat, even during winter

Whichever route you take a leisurely walk through, the lower garden at this time of year can still be a treat.

Your garden, July 19th

The depths of Winter! You need this handy gardening guide now more than ever!

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Demolition prompts fears for Dunedin's heritage buildings

Heritage advocates say tourists flock to Dunedin to admire its historic buildings. PHOTO: GERARD...

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Demolition prompts fears for Dunedin's heritage buildings

Heritage advocates are concerned the demolition of a historic house in Stuart St could set a precedent and lead to the destruction of more heritage buildings.

Holly hedge helps create sheltered inner sanctuary

Botanic garden’s holly hedge helps create sheltered inner sanctuary

Along the northeastern boundary of the lower garden, a long holly hedge protects the garden from the busy world outside.

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Daphnes delight on dull days

Evergreen Daphne bholua will grow to 5m.

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Daphnes delight on dull days

Gillian Vine gets a whiff of winter.

Walls play an important role in gardens

Camellia sasanqua hybrids grow in front of a wall at the Dunedin Botanic Garden. PHOTO: LINDA...

Walls play an important role in gardens

Walls are often built to determine boundaries, establish terraces across sloping ground and as purposeful elements of garden design.

Your garden, July 12

Your garden, July 12

Do not be tempted to sow seeds already, we still have a Winter to weather. Check out this guide for all the gardening tips you need to survive the colder months.

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Becoming a part of nature

This Gibbston Valley house by Anna-Marie Chin Architects was designed to blend in with its...

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Becoming a part of nature

Some houses shout "look at me", but this one is designed to "sit quietly" in the landscape. Kim Dungey reports.

Citizen science survey chance to test skills

The New Zealand Garden Bird Survey wants to hear your citizen science data. PHOTO: NEAL MCLANACHAN

Citizen science survey chance to test skills

It's that time again to join thousands of others around New Zealand in putting your observational skills to the test with the great New Zealand Garden Bird survey.