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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 […]

Winter weeds hitlist

Now that your lawn has slowed down in growth, it can become more vulnerable to weed invasions.

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. […]

5 Benefits of effective stormwater drainage

Ensuring you have a well-functioning stormwater drainage system is definitely on the less glamorous side of home maintenance.

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 […]

Winter Lawn Tips

As it gets colder, it comes time to prepare your garden for winter.

Simplifying the pump selection process

Getting a water pump set up can be a daunting process, especially if all the technical lingo isn’t something you encounter daily. By the end of this article, you will have hopefully gathered all the information you need to kickstart the pump installation process. Determine Water Needs: The first step is to identify all the […]

Why invest in rainwater tanks?

Rainwater tanks are a big investment, especially for those with not a lot of space. However, If you decide to take the plunge they have a range of benefits, here’s a few of the big ones. Water Conservation. Rainwater tanks allow you to collect and store rainwater, reducing your reliance on mains water supply. This […]

The importance of water filtration

Water filtration has a range of benefits both for the environment and for you. There is a common misconception that bottled water is safer and more pure than filtered tap water. This misconception has helped bottled water usage skyrocket. Water bottles are a massive contributing factor to the global issue that is plastic waste. By […]