How To Guides
How to Make Multi-Purpose Citrus Cleaner using Citrus Peel
This blog provides instructions on how to make a citrus cleaner that is non-toxic, eco-friendly, and works well for everyday cleaning. Plus, it uses ingredients you likely already have at home! It's effective at cutting through grease and grime.
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How to Clean a Microwave Oven with Just Lemon and Water
Cleaning a microwave with lemon and water is super easy and natural! The lemon not only helps with cleaning but also leaves your microwave smelling fresh. Try orange, lime, or kaffir Lime for a change.
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Monthly Maintenance Calendar for Citrus Trees
This table outlines, for each month, the normal weather conditions, pests, diseases/ problems that are likely to occur. It also includes suggested actions or solutions.
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How to Recognise and Control Mealybugs on Citrus Trees
Mealybugs are small sap-sucking insects that can be a serious pest of citrus trees. causing stunted growth, leaf yellowing, and reduced fruit quality. Learn about the types of Mealybugs, the damage they cause, and possible control solutions.
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How to Use Citrus - Non Culinary Ideas
People often think of planting citrus for culinary purposes only. That is a shame as there are many other uses for citrus. This page gives a brief overview of some citrus uses including: landscaping, cleaning, decorating, wreaths and flower arranging.Â
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How to Use Bergamot Orange Fruit and Leaves
If you are anything like us, you will want to make the most of every citrus tree you have. Bergamot orange trees have several uses making them a worthwhile purchase. Drying the fruit to add to black tea, marmalade, aromatherapy, beauty products, marmalade.
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How to use Kaffir (Makrut) Lime Fruit and leaves for non food purposes.
Did you know that Kaffir Limes have a lot more uses than just adding to Asian recipes. Try a relaxing bath or foot spa with Kaffir, make your own skincare, or cleaning products. Add slices of dried Makrut to a potpourri for a lovely aroma.
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Overview of How to Protect your Citrus Trees from Insects and Disease.
New Zealand's climate, while ideal for citrus growth, can also attract unwanted pests and diseases. Here's a guide to keeping your citrus trees healthy and thriving.
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Aphids - Main types of Citrus Aphids, Damage Symptoms, Control Strategies
Citrus aphids are tiny pests which affect both the health of citrus trees and the citrus fruit. Learn about NZ's two citrus aphids, the damage they cause, and possible control solutions.
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Scale - Types, Damage and Control Strategies
Scale insects are tiny, common pests that attach themselves to citrus trees, sucking out the sap. They can cause significant damage if left untreated. Learn how to recognise scale, the damage they cause as well as control strategies.Â
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How to Make Classic Dried Citrus Potpourri and Simmered Citrus Potpourri
Citrus potpourri (dried or simmered) looks great and gives a delightful smell to any room. You can change what it is made of too what you have on hand. Follow our easy instructions to make your own.
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How to Choose When Your Citrus is Ripe - A Citrus Maturing Calendar
When you are choosing a citrus tree to plant it can be important to know when the fruit will be mature. This Citrus Maturing Calendar is a guide to when you can expect your fruit to be ripe for eating and cooking with.
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