What is Vertimowing or Dethatching a Lawn?
While we don't offer this within our gardening packages, this is a question we often get asked so hope this blog is useful to you! What is thatch? Thatch is a build-up of organic matter which forms a layer under the blades of grass but on top of the soil. During the...
Lawn Fertilising Tips and Tricks
When you hear fertilising, you always think of it as referring to garden fertilising - something we all know is important for a healthy garden. But what about lawn fertilising for healthy grass? Read on for why lawn fertilising is important and our tips and tricks for...
Lawn Aeration Techniques for a Healthier Lawn
Lawn coring or aeration is the method of decompacting and breaking up the soil to allow air, water and nutrients to flow in where needed. This is a fast way to reinvigorate your lawn by helping it to quickly access oxygen and nutrients straight into its root zone....
The Beginner’s Guide to Tree Trimming For a Better Yard
You likely already know that filling your yard with beautiful trees can help to increase your home's curb appeal and value. Still, in order to keep things looking great, you'll need frequent tree trimming! Doing so will get rid of any diseased branches, let more...
5 Useful Tips to Beautify your Garden
Do you want to create a garden that's as beautiful as the great outdoors? We thought so. Well, if you want to make the most of your garden, you will need to spruce up your landscape. To ensure you can enjoy your garden come rain or shine, here are 5...
Guide to Watering Plants
So, you just started a garden and aren't sure when and how much to water it. We understand. Not watering your garden enough can result in lower quality and quantity of crops. But an overabundance could drown your crops and plants. Over-watered plants can look healthy...
Reducing and Eliminating Your Rodent Problem
Gardens are so beautiful. They can provide us with many hours of enjoyment. Whether that's looking at your garden, or even working in your garden. What's not so enjoyable is the rodent problem that might be wreaking havoc on all your hard work. Mice and other...
Winter Lawn Care Tips
The last thing you will want to think about during the colder months is tending to your garden. Yet, the way you treat a garden during fall and winter will determine its health in spring and summer. So, if you want to enjoy a lush, healthy garden in the warmer months,...
How to Garden Without Wasting Water: 5 Simple Tips
Water usage tripled over the last 50 years. And while only ten percent of the water used goes toward domestic usage, it's up to each and every one of us to do our part and lessen our consumption. And yet, how do you lessen your consumption? One of the biggest...
Why Hedge Maintenance Is So Important
Hedges tend to go unnoticed in gardens. They are overshadowed by trees and larger plants and become a backdrop for more colourful flowers. Despite this, hedges play many important roles in gardens and landscapes that you shouldn't ignore. Their presence helps to...