These plants attract birds

These plants attract birds

Birding is enjoyed by millions of people. You can go birding just outside your door by planting a bird-friendly garden. It starts by planting native plants that offer natural bird foods such as seeds, berries, nuts and nectar, as well as the insects birds feed their...
Seed and Garden Care Catalogue

Seed and Garden Care Catalogue

Starke Ayres specialises in supplying vegetable seed, lawn, turf grass, seed and flower seed varieties for both commercial and home garden use, with over 140 years of experience. We produce seeds of the highest purity and germination capability, which is ensured by...
Sowing Guide

Sowing Guide

The Starke Ayres range of polypacket seeds have been specially selected for the home gardener. Freshly packed for the season, they are ready for immediate sowing, ensuring a high germination rate and strong, healthy seedlings. Some seed varieties are F1 hybrids. F1...
Create a living soil

Create a living soil

The most important factor when growing a vegetable garden is the soil. Create a living soil. Good soil structure is important and starts with the preparation. (See the leaflet below for some very handy tips.) ”Vegetables are heavy feeders and need rich soil.” The more...