Mark Tucek, horticulturist and nursery professional filling in for Sabrina Hahn. On today's show:

4:19 mulching feeder roots

15:13 why your tree might not be flowering

40:39 things eating your tree

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Why your trees might not be flowering

Hilarious gardening expert Sabrina Hahn answers all your gardening questions big and small. Roots and Shoots is the gardening program for green thumbs and non-gardeners. Join the program live on ABC Radio Perth twice a week.

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Sab and Amber are very excited to learn of a rare type of mulberry tree near Mount Magnet. 

23:30 - Why has stress made my nectarine tree flower? 

30:38 - What plants are best for my small balcony? 

36:19 - How to take cuttings of a rare Pakistani Mulberry tree.

Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720

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How to take cuttings from a rare Pakistan Mulberry tree

On today's show:

07:16 Everlastings have a knack of popping up in most conditions, but will they grow in yellow sand? 

08:39 How to take cuttings from your pomegranate tree.

12:27 Pomegranates: best time to prune your tree, and tips on why it might not be bearing fruit.

19:35 Do you live somewhere windy? Sab's tips on plants that can be used as windbreak hedges.

Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720

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Windproof your garden with a handy hedge

A special Saturday Breakfast broadcast from the banks of the Swan River as part of the inaugural River Guardians Festival:

12:49 Suggestions on what to use for a non invasive small tree or shrub to grow next to paving. 

28:52 Guest interview with Dr Kerry Trayler from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attraction.

40:45 Is your lime tree leaves going brown at the tips? 

Gardening Australia's Josh Byrne filling in for Sabrina Hahn.

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Here's why your lime tree leaves are turning brown

On today's show:

01:30 How to treat mealybugs. 

07:59 Mark shares his knowledge on native mints. Discover the best one to grow for your tastebuds. 

10:48 Tips on encouraging a young Lychee tree to bear fruit. 

12:48 Scale on your Fig tree? Here's what to do.

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Surprising uses for Australian native mint

Sab and Gianni discuss how to prevent your dog's pee from wreaking havoc on your grass. 

14:00 - Does my Pinkabelle apple tree have a nutrient deficiency? 

21:40 - How to stop dog wee from ruining your lovely lawn.

32:05 - How to revive a tawdry-looking tree turmeric.

Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720

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