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Practical advice from qualified horticulturists on lawns, hedges, soil and the seasons, written for gardens on the North Shore and Northern Beaches.

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Seasonal jobs, lawn and hedge advice, and the local conditions that shape gardens on the North Shore and Northern Beaches.

  • Presentation ready garden with clipped borders, structured planting and a clean lawn edge

    Local and property2 minute read

    Your Guide to Summer Garden Clean Up in Hornsby

    Is your Hornsby garden wilting under the summer sun? Don’t get caught off guard by the heat and dry spells. A midsummer garden clean-up could help to restore your outdoor entertainment areas and protect your precious plants from the strong rays of the unforgiving sun.

  • Horticulturist trimming a formal hedge to a level line with a powered trimmer

    Trees and hedges2 minute read

    Ask the Experts: Your Seasonal Guide to Hedge Trimming

    Looking after your hedges is important for the overall appeal of your garden. Well-maintained hedges provide privacy and structure, keeping your home looking polished and maintained to the nines. Hedge trimming is necessary not only to maintain the shape or size of your hedges but

  • Horticulturist trimming a formal hedge to a level line with a powered trimmer

    Trees and hedges2 minute read

    Advice from the Experts: A Beginner’s Guide to Hedge Shaping

    The lowly hedge might not seem like one of the important plants in your garden, but they are one of the most valuable. These silent sentinels stand guard over your yard, offering structure, privacy and a touch of elegance to your garden. Taking the time

  • Horticulturist trimming a formal hedge to a level line with a powered trimmer

    Trees and hedges2 minute read

    Top Tips for Maintaining Mature Trees on the North Shore

    Once a tree has passed its first few years of growth, we often forget that it might still need some care. This care will differ from what is required when first planted. If your mature tree looks a bit worse for wear, overgrown or diseased,

  • A shade border of flowering hostas along a low dry stone edge, in front of a creeper covered wall

    Garden design and plants2 minute read

    Plant, Pest and Disease Control Tips for Garden Enthusiasts

    Pests and diseases that attack your plants can literally be your worst gardening nightmare. With a severe infestation or infection, your yard can turn from vibrant and healthy to a sickly eyesore almost overnight. Garden maintenance professionals in the Northern Beaches will tell you that

  • Presentation ready garden with clipped borders, structured planting and a clean lawn edge

    Local and property2 minute read

    Top Tips For Saving Water In Your Northern Beaches Garden

    Did you know that each Sydney household uses between 175,000 and 300,00 litres of water per year, with a significant chunk going towards maintaining their gardens? With the Northern Beaches experiencing hotter summers, lower rainfall, and potential water restrictions, creating a beautiful garden that thrives

  • Horticulturist trimming a formal hedge to a level line with a powered trimmer

    Trees and hedges2 minute read

    Tree Pruning vs Tree Trimming: What’s the Difference?

    So your neighbor says, “I’m going to prune my trees today,” and then you look at your trees and think they probably also need a trim. This may have made you wonder if there is a difference between tree pruning and trimming for your North

  • Gloved hands weeding and topping up a mulched garden bed beside a lawn

    Seasonal and maintenance2 minute read

    What Factors Affect Garden Maintenance Cost?

    Keeping your garden in top condition requires time and effort, which is why many people opt to use garden maintenance services for their North Shore properties. The cost of these services varies greatly depending on a handful of factors, which we will take a closer

  • Gloved hands weeding and topping up a mulched garden bed beside a lawn

    Seasonal and maintenance2 minute read

    When is the Best Time for a Garden Overhaul?

    Keeping your yard looking great is an ongoing task, requiring regular garden maintenance throughout the year. It is a good idea to give your yard a complete overhaul at least once a year. But when is the best time to do this? The answer to

  • Close-up of thick, healthy buffalo grass blades

    Lawn care8 minute read

    What Does Lawn Care Include? Lawn Care vs Lawn Maintenance Explained

    Lawn care includes everything that keeps grass healthy below the surface: feeding, aerating, controlling weeds, pests and disease, and watering correctly through the year. Lawn maintenance is the routine upkeep on top: mowing, edging and clearing clippings. A healthy Sydney lawn needs both, timed to how warm-season grasses grow.

  • Horticulturist pushing a mower across a green lawn

    Lawn care2 minute read

    4 Top Tips For Lawn Maintenance When You Have Pets

    Our furry friends are mostly much-loved members of the family. That is until their outdoor antics leave our lawns looking somewhat worse for wear. Here are some top lawn maintenance tips to help you create a harmonious balance between pet ownership and a green, healthy

  • Horticulturist trimming a formal hedge to a level line with a powered trimmer

    Trees and hedges2 minute read

    When to Call an Arborist: Signs Your North Shore Tree Needs Attention

    Living in the scenic locales of the North Shore, many homeowners are blessed with lush landscapes filled with mature trees. But trees, like all living things, need care. Whether you’re seeing signs of decay or unsure about the health of your tree, it’s crucial to

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