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Managing Frost on My Lawn
Frost leading into and during Winter is fairly common in the more Southern states of Australia.
Don’t forget your lawn this winter!
Although growth is slow, it is important to give your lawn TLC even in the cold winter months!
The social influencers 2 – Top Instagram feeds for garden lovers
There are of course, and an endless array of visually exhaustive social media feeds worth checking out, from facebook to Pinterest, tumbler to Instagram. But architecture and design ideas lead the way and home and garden improvement has almost become a national sport (where it's legal to use sandpaper).
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PRODUCT NEWS
Planed and Simple – Smart Pine Sleepers
Sleeper retaining walls are a quick, easy and versatile retaining option. Construction is fast and the resulting wall, strong which is great for both residential and trade clientele alike. Now, check out the latest in pine timber options, our pre-Arrised CCA Pine Sleepers. Available in a range of sizes, from 1.8 metres up to 3 metres.
Tango Block – This one block does it all!
The unique shape allows for construction of both single-sided and double-sided walls with ease and are perfect for building small walls and garden beds over existing pavement areas - no need to excavate.
GARDEN DESIGN
6 ways to improve your home’s kerb appeal
You wouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but you probably would judge a house by its exterior. If you want your home to make a strong first impression, it’s
5 essentials needed to create a formal garden
The typical classic or formal garden first found its way to our shores through our English and European history. In Australia, they were first constructed only for the most
5 of the best climbing plants
Do you have an unsightly wall, fence or pergola you wish you could soften with some sympathetic planting? Climbing plants such as these creepers may just be the perfect option!
Ground cover: plants for down low
Do you have acres of gardens and too much of it blank? Ground cover plants are a perfect way to fill in an expanse of garden, under the canopy created by
LAWN & TURF MAINTENANCE
Managing Frost on My Lawn
Frost leading into and during Winter is fairly common in the more Southern states of Australia.
Don’t forget your lawn this winter!
Although growth is slow, it is important to give your lawn TLC even in the cold winter months!
Nutgrass – A tough little nut to crack!
Copyright: yogyogi Cyperus rotundas better known as nutgrass is a bother for avid gardeners all over the globe. In the USA, you might hear of purple nutgrass
Turf Maintenance through the Summer Months
As the temperature heats up, we usually jump in the pool to cool off, or turn on the a/c to chill out! Unfortunately, we can’t do the same for our lawns!
GARDEN TIPS
Top 6 plants for your new Terrarium
Who doesn't love a terrarium? They are the perfect little eco-systems, requiring little to no maintenance so even the brownest of thumbs can keep them alive! They look great
How to make a Terrarium
The latest craze in indoor plantings is Terrariums and they are the perfect low-maintenance option, requiring almost the same attention as a cactus; next to nothing! But Terrariums are
8 chemical-free weed killer alternatives
Like all chemicals, weed control products come with a few cautionary notes to ensure the safety of those applying and the general public
Garden tool maintenance in the winter
The best time of year to do a bit of tool maintenance is the winter. Your lawn should have entered its dormancy period, growing very little. Most plants will have also slowed their growth while the weather is cool.
OUTDOOR LIVING
The social influencers 2 – Top Instagram feeds for garden lovers
There are of course, and an endless array of visually exhaustive social media feeds worth checking out, from facebook to Pinterest, tumbler to Instagram. But architecture and design ideas lead the way and home and garden improvement has almost become a national sport (where it's legal to use sandpaper).
PROFILE: Premium Pools & Gardens
Premium Pools & Gardens are passionate about creating beautiful outdoor spaces. They also offer regular maintenance packages servicing residential, commercial and body corporate entities maintaining your pool and gardens ensuring the quintessential outdoor room.
PROFILE: Brooke’s Blooms
Brooke’s Blooms is a multi award-winning landscape design, construction and horticultural service delivering exquisite gardening projects to both the residential and commercial markets.
Barbecued veggie salad with halloumi
For a salad you'll crave try this flavoursome vegetable and halloumi recipe topped toasted pine nuts and fresh lime.