Turf & Grass
Are you wondering how long it takes for turf to establish? Turf takes about 1 to 1.5 months to reasonably establish after being watered properly. It shouldn’t be easy for the turf to be pulled from the ground. Ultimately, however, takes about nine months for turf to fully establish. How well turf establishes depends on sun and water exposure as well as how you care for it. The soil should be damp in the establishment period. This will keep it nourished. You might not know what the best time to lay turf is in your area. If you consider yourself[...]
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[...]
Dogs: your lawn’s worst enemy. Is it possible to maintain a beautiful lawn without locking up your four-legged friend? If you’re struggling to know which one deserves your attention, we’ve got good news for you: you can have both. And enjoy them both too. There’s no denying it: your pooch gives your grass a hard time. Especially if he/she is large. Rough and tumble, digging, urine burn… these are a few of the stresses that dogs put on your lawn. However, with a little forethought, some strategic planning and a little bit of extra effort, you can give your dog[...]
You mightn’t want to believe it’s true, but it’s happening: your beautiful lawn is being attacked by bugs and pests. All your effort, your hard work, the hours of TLC you’ve given that grass… and it’s being chewed up by something! It’s easy to see that something is wreaking havoc with your lawn, but it’s not always easy to determine exactly who or what is the uninvited guest. Lawn pests come in many shapes and forms and could be lurking either above or below ground. Six legs, four or two… your enemy might be insects, birds or mammals. Whatever the[...]
Growing a healthy, happy lawn is something that many of us strive for and want for our homes. Giving your turf the best start will ensure that you have the best success possible with your turf over the course of its lifetime. One of the most common questions asked about how to install turf is whether or not you need to invest in all-new soil for the turf to be planted in. In order to provide you with the best advice, there are a few things to take into consideration: The type of soil currently in your garden. If you[...]