Monthly Archives: August 2021

Thursday 26th August 2021 at RTBG

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Tasmanian Traveller

Yesterday I spent a modest amount of time at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens (RTBG) weeding before being defeated by the inclemency of the day; the drizzle and the penetrating cold dampness of the air. Janet and Meg did the … Continue reading →

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Six ways trees improve our lives

Posted on August 21, 2021 by Tasmanian Traveller

In addition to writing blog posts, I read those of others – selectively. For years now I have followed the blog of Mark Miles. One of his recent posts attracted my attention especially, and I am delighted to give you … Continue reading →

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Mushrooms

Posted on August 12, 2021 by Tasmanian Traveller

I love looking at, cooking and eating mushrooms. Always have. One year, a long time ago when I lived in humid Queensland, I purchased a box of ungerminated button mushrooms, stored them under the house and waited and watched. Before … Continue reading →

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Sculpture for the garden

Posted on August 10, 2021 by Tasmanian Traveller

Some people like to scatter gnomes and other figurines around their garden. I would rather add in life-size native animal or bird look-a-likes. To that end I have collected a metal wallaby, a few chooks, magpies and a robin (which … Continue reading →

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Rain and frost

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Tasmanian Traveller

Rain and frost are aspects of weather known to most. For the past two decades, while I’ve lived in Bellerive, I have seen an average of two minor frosts each year. Only occasional rain has fallen in all seasons, but … Continue reading →

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RTBG Thursday 5th August 2021

Posted on August 6, 2021 by Tasmanian Traveller

Dormancy over winter affects many plants and we must always wait for the weather to warm to lift them out of hibernation. During the past week or so in Hobart we have been treated to a few 15 and 16 … Continue reading →

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