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How to look after your lawn this summer

Summer is well and truly here! and so is summer lawn care. The temperature is increasing, and we are enjoying the outdoors, going about finding ways to cool down. It’s this time of year that it’s also important that we understand how increased temperatures affect our grass. Changing a few little things now will help to […]

Why is your lawn going to seed?

As each turf type has a different seed head, it can sometimes be difficult to know what a seed head is and what is a weed. In this blog, we look at what seed heads look like in different grass types, why they grow, and how to help stop them from growing. They will usually […]

How to make your grass grow thicker

Do you feel like your grass grows quickly, but never really looks that great because it’s too sparse? You might notice your neighbour’s lawn always looks thick and lush, but yours, even though it’s the same variety, just doesn’t quite look the same. There are many factors that could be contributing to your lawn’s poor […]

How to repair patches in your lawn

You pride yourself in a beautiful lawn and for the most part, you have it looking great. But there are a few hideous bare patches preventing your lawn from looking it’s best. Bare patches can occur due to excess compaction in certain areas of your lawn. You will usually find these bare patches on worn […]

Winter lawn diseases to watch out for

Climate conditions in some locations can unfortunately provide the ideal breeding ground for particular lawn diseases. Generally, these diseases develop due to excessive shade, compacted soil, poor drainage, and lack of sufficient lawn nutrition. In winter, some of these problems worsened due to shorter daylight hours and fungal disease issues can quickly develop. Here are […]

Backyard jobs to get you through the winter blues

Over the winter months, you may have some more free time on your hands while your lawn growth slows down, and bad weather keeps you indoors. In this blog, we look at some garage and garden jobs you can do to help you prepare for the warmer months ahead. Organising Your Garage Cleaning and organising […]

Essential tools for winter

Winter gardening can require a different set of tools compared to the warmer seasons. Here are the essential tools (and some small luxuries) that can help you maintain your garden effectively during the winter months. Garden Gloves High-quality, insulated garden gloves are essential to keep your hands warm and protected while working in cold weather. […]

How to treat winter grass

Winter grass (Poa annua) is a common and persistent weed in lawns, particularly in cooler climates. It thrives in the winter and early spring, producing large quantities of seed that can quickly spread throughout your lawn. Preventing and treating winter grass involves a combination of cultural practices and targeted treatments. Here are some strategies to […]

Essential Tools for Effortless Gardening

Looking to fill up your garden shed but not sure where to start? We’ve compiled a list of five essential tools you’ll need for your first crack at growing a veggie garden. These are the ones you’ll be reaching for throughout your grow, to make sure you’re harvesting plants to be proud of. Trowel – […]

The secrets of soil

What is soil? When starting your garden, soil is the foundation that your plants build off. Therefore, it is important that you’re using the right soil for the plants you’re trying to grow. Soil is made up of five key components: mineral particles from the soil bedrock, organic particles from organic matter (humus, decomposed plants […]