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Tuesday, 20 September 2016

Neika Nararrtive 20/9

I looked down with fear as i started crossing the bridge.it swung from side to side. I could hear people saying you can do it.i was so close to the end when the bridge turned over most people fell I grabbed the rope and was swing. Everyone gasped as crocodiles can up the river. I was trying to climb up to the bridge before the crocodiles came. They were right under me as I jumped and landed on the bridge. I was so glad that I had done it I run slowly because I didn’t want to fall again.When i got to the end I was shaking with fear. Every time I looked back I would start to shake.My Sister had falling in the lake at was on the other side trying to cross i said don't cross you are going to fall again. I cryed as she started falling,she landed with a splash. I jumped in to try and get her but it was too late.

I was going for a walk in the woods when I came to an old and yucky looking bridge. I look at the bridge thinking that if I don’t make it what will happen

Monday, 19 September 2016

Sustainability

Aim:
I want to find out how to grow sustainable garden.

things I need to consider:
  • Can the plants grow in our climate?

  •  What plants can you grow when planted in September?

  • How long do they take to mature?when can they be harvested?
  • How can I water them during the holidays? Self watering plants 

  • How do I keep pests away?coffee grounds 


Res
Research:
Beetroot,carrot,sunflowers and turnip.Plants

Christchurch has temperate climate.  Here is a link to list of plants that can be grown in Christchurch during September. www.gardengrow.co.nz

I would like to grow:
  • Beetroot to be ready in November
  • Sunflowers to be ready in November
  • Carrot to be ready in November 
  • Turnip to be ready in November 


Self watering System


Method:

Equipment
  • Weeding/Gardening Tools
  • Seeds
  • Plastic 2L Water Bottles
  • Scissors
  • String and 1m ruler
  • Stakes
  • Fertilizer
Instructions
  1. Using string, mark out a 1m x 1m garden plot.
  2. Pull out the weeds and use a spade to turn over the soil.
  3. Mix the fertilizer in with the soil.
  4. Plant the seeds according to the map below.
  5. Put the plastic bottle greenhouses over the seeds.
  6. Add the self-watering system.