As New Zealand experiences increasingly unpredictable weather patterns—longer dry periods, heavier rainfall events, and warmer temperatures—gardeners and landscapers are being forced to rethink plant selection and soil management. Clay soil, often seen as problematic, is becoming a key asset in...
Understanding Clay Soil in New Zealand Gardens Clay soil is common across much of New Zealand, particularly in urban subdivisions, river flats, and lowland areas. Often labelled as “difficult,” clay soil is actually nutrient-rich and highly suitable for many New...
Clay soil is one of the most misunderstood soil types in New Zealand gardening. Gardeners often describe it as “impossible,” “cement-like,” or “swampy,” but the truth is that clay can produce outstanding gardens — when you understand how it behaves...
