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At ehlo we use recycled plastic to
create beautiful designer pots.
Surround yourself with greenery,
it will make you happy!
HOW TOcreate a low-
allergen garden
It’s estimated two out of five
Australians suffer from hay
fever, asthma or some other
form of environmental allergy,
especially in spring. But that
doesn’t mean you have to lock
yourself indoors. The most
common allergy triggers in our
gardens include pollens, mould
spores in mulch, skin irritants
and chemical sprays. Eliminate
these and you’ll reclaim your
outside privileges! To start,
choose trees and plants that
are pollinated by insects or
birds rather than the wind- thankfully the list of safe
options is long; ask your local
nursery to assist. Also look for
low-pollen grasses that don’t
need frequent mowing, such as
Santa Ana and Windsor Green
couch, or consider replacing
with a ground cover or pebbles.
Go natural with pesticides and
fertilisers and always wear
gloves when handling mulch
and compost. R
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Sunbrella outdoor cushion in Glacier, $100, The Block Shop. Dewi natural belly
basket, $129, James Lane. Inflatable ottoman in Monochrome, $49.95, Mocka.indoor growing tip The most common cause
of death among houseplants is overwatering. As
a rule, the thicker a plant’s leaves, the less water
it needs. Light conditions also play a part – the
more light absorbed, the more watering required.
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