Tony's Tips

Happy Mother's Day from Acorn!
Happy Mother's Day from Acorn!
Mother's Day is fast approaching so we've put together a guide with a few special things we think mum will love. Whether she's an avid gardener or just deserves a... Read more...
Autumn is the Time to Plant
Autumn is the Time to Plant
Welcome to the April newsletter. Mid-autumn is always a beautiful time in Melbourne. The weather is very pleasant and our gardens are loving it! Coming up this month we have... Read more...
Step into Autumn
Step into Autumn
It could be said that Melbourne is at its most beautiful in autumn. We still have the last remnants of summer and the crisp mornings and sunny days make for... Read more...
Enjoy the Fruits and Flowers of Summer
Enjoy the Fruits and Flowers of Summer
February may be the last month of summer but it certainly isn't the end of warm weather here in Melbourne. Our veggie gardens are going full tilt, flowers are blooming... Read more...
A New Year in the Garden
A New Year in the Garden
Well, we've all made it to a new year! January is the perfect time to relax a little and appreciate the warm weather, bright flowers and fresh veggies. Just remember... Read more...
Merry Christmas from Acorn!
Merry Christmas from Acorn!
Well what a year it has been! A year that seemed to both last a lifetime and go by in a moment. Through it all we have been grateful to be... Read more...
Celebrating Spring in the Garden!
Celebrating Spring in the Garden!
What a joy it is to be able to open our doors to you again after so long! Rather appropriately, the end of lockdown has coincided with many of the... Read more...
Prepare for Growth in Spring
Prepare for Growth in Spring
You might not think it from the rather damp weather we've been having but October is when things really start to get going in the garden. We've had the slow... Read more...
Spring has Sprung!
Spring has Sprung!
We're all a bit disappointed to still be in lockdown but at least the weather is warming up and spending time outdoors and in the garden is even more enjoyable!... Read more...
Out of Lockdown and into the Garden!
Out of Lockdown and into the Garden!
Here we are again coming out of lockdown and hoping it'll be the last time! We always love spending time in the garden but there's something about that fresh-out-of-lockdown feeling... Read more...
Prune, Plant and Prepare your Garden for Spring!
Prune, Plant and Prepare your Garden for Spring!
It might still feel like the dead of winter but having passed the solstice, our plants and gardens are well on their way to spring blossom and new growth. Any... Read more...