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Pendulous white, pink or purple flowers adorn this vigorous deciduous climber. Wisteria grows best in subtropical, warm temperate and cold climates, and needs a full-sun position with well-drained soil. To standardise, tie the vine to a strong post and, when it reaches the top, remove the tip to encourage branching. Remove lower branches once the upper ones are well developed.
This hardy, fast-growing tropical rambler is much loved for its brightly coloured bracts ranging from pink, purple, red and orange to yellow and white. Choose a sunny, well-draining spot and train up a sturdy post with garden ties. Once your bougainvillea reaches the desired height, pinch out the growing tip to promote bushy growth.
With fragrant flowers, gardenia thrives in cool to mild tropical gardens. Plant in slightly acidic, well-draining soil in a position that gets full sun to part shade. Taller varieties are well suited to training into standards, but smaller forms work, too. Choose the strongest stem and support with a stake, removing lower branches as it grows.
The flower clusters of this species transition from white to pink as they mature. Select a young plant with a strong central leader and remove other stems. Support with a stake and remove lower growth that develops on the trunk. Prune down to two-to-three buds in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth. Plant hydrangeas in full sun to part shade and ensure soil is well-draining.
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Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
