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Every landscaper knows the struggles of growing grass in shady areas. Whether your garden is full of trees, you’re looking to lay turf under a covered area, or you live in a high-density housing environment, it’s important to choose a grass that can withstand low light. So, is Palmetto grass shade tolerant? When taken care of, Palmetto Buffalo grass is one of the most shade tolerant options on the market. However, before laying the turf it’s important to understand its full characteristics so it can grow properly. Understanding shade tolerance No grass is 100% shade tolerant. Your lawn will[...]
If you were under the impression that growing turf under your trees is a challenge, you wouldn’t be completely incorrect. Maintaining your lawn does require a certain level of hard work and persistence. Thankfully, the task isn’t nearly as daunting as it may seem! By following a few simple steps, you can expect your lawn to flourish, even under the shady cover of trees. Prune the trees There are a few factors that make it tricky to keep grass growing under a tree. The primary reason is that most types of grass survive best in sunny spots, and therefore[...]
Whether we like it or not, dealing with weeds is a natural part of lawn maintenance. The good news is, removing weeds doesn’t have to be nearly as expensive and overwhelming as you may think. Here are 8 cheap and simple ways to kill weeds in your yard. 1.Removal by hand Regularly taking a few minutes out of your day to scout and remove weeds will work wonders on your lawn in the long term. Removing by hand is best done when the ground is moist, as the soil will be loose and the roots easier to remove. Simply grab[...]
As passionate lawn lovers, we naturally want to make sure our grass has plenty of what it needs. Regular food, good maintenance routines and most importantly, lots of water. The fact is, you might be unintentionally overdoing it: it’s actually possible to over-water your lawn, which will do more harm than good. As we transition from the cold season to the warmer months, watering the lawn becomes part of our regular garden upkeep program. However, a healthy and established turf doesn’t need to be watered every day. And truth be known, it shouldn’t even need it every second day. Regardless[...]
Lawn pests are an avid gardener’s worst nightmare. Whether they crawl, fly, burrow or hop, they can often cause a lot of damage in an alarmingly short amount of time. The challenge for every genuine lawn-lover is to correctly identify and treat lawn pests before they make destroy all your hard work. It’s generally not hard to recognize the handi-work of lawn pests. It’s not always quite so easy to pin-point the critter behind the damage. However, unless you can correctly identify what’s causing the trouble, it’s difficult to carry out an effective treatment plan, so to get you onto[...]
That’s exactly what they are: a landscaper’s nightmare. Bindi weeds not only ruin the look of your lawn, but they can make walking on the grass without shoes a very painful experience! And after all the hard work you’ve put into that turf, you want to be able to enjoy it, not have to avoid it… What are Bindi Weeds? Bindi weed is a low-growing, leafy, green weed that is commonly seen growing in lawns across Australia. It produces a single flower which matures into a spiny seed pod. These dried seed pods are sharp enough to puncture bike or[...]
Every so often a thriving lawn will present itself with a problem. Whether it be a dry patch, bug infestation, bindi outbreak or maybe it just isn’t looking quite right and you’re unsure what to do. With loads of information readily available on the web its fairly easy to find an answer to the problem your lawn may be having – however, if you’re struggling to find a solution, don’t hesitate to contact your local lawn suppliers. Like every plant, lawns have their ups and downs. But the key to maintaining a beautiful, healthy and vibrant lawn is to recognize[...]
Lawn grubs: every gardener’s nightmare! While you are working hard to create a beautiful turf area (feeding your lawn, watering diligently and removing those nasty weeds), it’s just possible you might be providing lovely grub for the grubs. And your efforts above the surface might be being undermined from below… Lawn grubs are a real problem in many Australian lawns. And while it is possible to treat them, the damage they can cause in a short space of time can take months to repair. As the old saying goes, “prevention is better than cure”, so if you suspect your[...]
Most plants enter a dormant phase during the colder months. Your lawn is no exception. But that certainly doesn’t mean you have to be content to look out on a yellow, patchy and lawn all winter! And just because it’s cold, is no excuse for you to shut yourself indoors and forget about your lawn either: prevention is better than cure, and there’s plenty of things you can do to help maintain a beautiful green lawn all winter long. We all know how important it is to care for our bodies during winter: our lawns appreciate a little extra TLC[...]
This is a question frequently asked by our customers. And unfortunately, it doesn’t have a ‘one-size-fits-all’ answer. Like most other things in life, the cost of turfing a lawn can vary wildly: but one thing for sure, you’ll get what you pay for. If you’re prepared to go the extra mile in preparation, effort, and top-quality product, you’ll be well rewarded. Laying turf is a very worthwhile investment and one that’ll instantly lift the street appeal of your home. And to get the best out of your new lawn, you need to do the job properly. Of course, we all[...]