Preparation is critical for your garden to survive the wilting effects of the Australian Summer. Summer means different things to different gardeners. Some parts of Australia bake in the harsh rays, while other parts are bashed with storms. But for all of us, summer brings common challenges, such as dividing time and effort between keeping our gardens in good shape, and enjoying them during the summer holidays. Below are some tips to help you try and achieve both.
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Spring Landscaping Spruce
As the days get longer and warmer, our attention naturally turns toward spring and summer activities, but this is also an ideal time to spruce up your properties exterior with the help of a landscaper. The way in which we landscape our properties has undergone a big shift in the last several years, for a number of reasons. Many homeowners simply don’t have the time to devote to maintaining a yard the way they have done in the past and tighter water restrictions have made it more difficult and expensive to maintain an expansive lawn and as a result, homeowners have begun to reconsider the ways in which they design their yards and gardens. These are a few of our favourite landscaping trends for drier climates… Continue reading “Spring Landscaping Spruce”
Beware of dodgy tradesmen
You have seen those signs which say Beware of the Dog. Well there should be one on the vans and trucks of incompetent tradesmen. The sign should read Beware of Dodgy Tradesmen.
Things to do in your garden this spring
We know it is spring time when the days are longer, the weather is warmer and the garden gets excited. Plants which have been quiet for months suddenly get a new lease of life. The lawn which has hardly needed a mow in ages now needs a haircut.
Hiring the wrong tradesman can mean serious problems for you and your home.
What happens when people discover a problem around their home or property and they can’t fix it themselves? They need some help and so go exploring the possibilities.
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Easy things to do around the home in winter
Yes it’s cold & wet & windy outside and therefore we tend to stay indoors near the heating. But your poor garden doesn’t have that luxury – it’s stuck outside in all weather. It’s probably looking at you indoors and wondering if you’re ever going to come and visit.
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The Grey Army Becomes White Knights
We all know who we mean by the Grey Nomads. The grey is for the colour of their hair and the nomads is for their travel. Grey Nomads are, in the main, retirees who have chosen to travel. For some it’s travel within their own state. For others it’s seeing as much of the Great South land as they can visit and for others it’s even going overseas. The point being, wherever these retirees travel, these Grey Nomads are away from home. In many cases their home is empty.
The Grey Army – a great franchise and fitness too
Finding a new career can be tricky. But when you settle for a franchise from a proven operation, you get peace of mind knowing you’ve chosen the best, plus the chance to be your own successful boss. The Grey Army has a magnificent reputation in providing expert and experienced services in handyman, gardening, painting, carpentry, concreting, in fact any home and commercial maintenance requirement.
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Summer is coming – be prepared
You know that spring has sprung because your garden has taken over. And with summer following spring, now is the time to think about so many tasks around the house. Keeping your garden trim and terrific makes sense for two very important reasons.
Prepare Now for a Garden your Neighbours will Envy
Gardening is fun and rewarding. With spring right around the corner, it is time to get your garden ready for the peak-growing season. With a few simple preparations for your garden beds before you plant, you will have a blooming garden that will be the envy of the neighbourhood. Through concentrating on your soil and any potential pest problem, you will ensure you will have a good growing season.
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