Spring has officially arrived in southeastern Australia, making it the perfect moment to begin your garden planting. As the soil warms up, it encourages root development, which is why nurseries are now brimming with fresh, healthy plants ready for planting.
Spring is the perfect time to get out outside, dust off those winter cobwebs, and plan your new garden in time for summer, which often means lawn maintenance. Hopefully, in late winter or the first few days of Spring you have already aerated your lawn to regenerate any soil that has compacted over winter and to allow the sun and moisture to penetrate the roots.
Ultimately, the best time to plant is when the soil is warm or starting to warm and is moist, as this encourages growth, but planting can be undertaken throughout most of the year. It is always good to keep in mind that in winter, plants will not grow much as many go into hibernation and planting on extremely hot days can cause excessive stress to the plant, from the sun to the roots.
We love a good water feature and pond at GDS, but the truth is they add around 50% of maintenance time to your garden no matter what you do. There are a host of products to help with water quality and maintenance, but the reality is water features will require cleaning and attention so they look their best and are not breeding areas for mosquitoes and other insects.
Watering is crucial for a thriving garden—without it, your plants can’t survive! Knowing when and how to water effectively is key to maintaining a lush and healthy garden.
Want to hide an unsightly fence, or obtain privacy from an annoying neighbour? In this edition, we look at the top-performing hedges for today’s gardens and lifestyle. With so many hedges now available, we have elected to focus on the most resultant and workable options, as we know they look great, grow well and deliver the desired effect.
Vertical gardens have become a very popular addition to residential, commercial and public spaces over the past 5 years due to their instant impact and the relaxing feeling they create to harsh, small or unused spaces. However, vertical gardens are not for the beginner, with even the most experienced green thumb often struggling with plant growth, health and survival.
