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How Landscaping Can Increase The Value Of Your Property

October 20, 2020 Renovation News Landscaping

There are many reasons why you might want Landscapers Sydney in your garden, and to be honest there are probably too many for us to list them all here.

You could be a very keen gardener who dotes on and cares for their garden in the same way others do with their pets. You might have an active and creative imagination and enjoy the thrill of creating different landscaping designs for your garden. Or it could simply be the peace that you experience whilst sitting in your garden.

Of course, there one reason that might not seem as beneficial with regards to your emotional and mental well-being as the ones we have already mentioned, but when it comes to your financial health, it can bring you huge benefits.

What we mean is that landscaping your garden can make a huge difference to the value of your property, and ultimately, it could mean the difference between finding a buyer or not, when the time comes to sell it.

Now the mere fact that you have a landscaped garden will help those causes, but there are several steps you can take to absolutely maximise the financial benefit in terms of the value of your property, so let us take a look at some of them.

7 Things You Should Know Before Installing Your New Pool Fence

March 19, 2019 Renovation News Landscaping

Pool fencing is a legal requirement in Western Australia for any swimming pool or spa that contains more than 30cm of water. Installing new pool fencing is usually best left to the professionals so that it’s done right, but you can do it yourself if you want.

With the rise of things like modular steel and pool fencing, DIY kits are becoming more common. If you buy your kit from a professional pool fence supplier, they will help you make sure that you’re meeting any legal requirements associated with your fence.

With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of our top 7 things you should know before you build your new pool fence:

Your pool fence has to meet legal standards!

It’s important to note that your fence can’t be thrown together from any old materials that you buy from your local hardware store. Compliant pool safety barriers have to meet strict conditions, which means that you should always speak to a pool fencing professional before building your new fence.

Pool fences require regular maintenance:

Like anything, your pool fence will require regular maintenance if you want it to retain its ‘like-new’ look. Follow the manufacturers guidelines to make sure you’re looking after your fence properly.

How Do I Keep My Lawn Looking Good Over Summer?

March 1, 2019 Renovation News Landscaping, Renovating

Summertime in Australia can be extremely hot and dry, and this can cause all sorts of problems when it comes to your garden. Many people simply let their lawn die off during the summer, thinking that it is too much work to keep it healthy. However, it isn’t! As long as you use decent turf when you lay your lawn, you shouldn’t have any problems keeping it green and lush throughout the year.

Some of the most important things to do when it comes to keeping your lawn looking good over summer include:

Give it plenty of fertiliser:

Plenty of fertiliser is important for your lawn throughout the year, but it is super important during summer. Many people think that because it is hot and dry, they don’t need to fertilise their lawn regularly. However, the truth is just the opposite. Since it is hot and dry during summer, fertiliser is consumed extremely quickly by both plants and microbes. It is important to put more on every six to eight weeks to make sure that your grass has enough food to grow.

Hardy Plants Every Outdoor Area Needs

January 6, 2019 Renovation News Landscaping

Living in Australia means you sometimes need to get creative with your landscaping. It’s not enough to buy plants you like and hope for the best. The average temperature is 30 degrees-Celsius in Summer and 15 in winter, making it a challenge to get all plants to survive and thrive.

Before you begin landscaping, it’s always best to consult experts or do your research. The more you know about hardy plants, the more likely you are to choose some that will last the distance in your property. Get started with these plants below.

Bear’s Britches (Acanthus Mollis)

Acanthus Mollis, also known as oyster plant or bear’s britches, is the ideal plant for borders and container planting. It’s compact, provides beautiful and tall purple flowers, and has evergreen foliage that withstands all weather conditions.

This plant is one of the hardiest available and thrives in all parts of Australia. You can grow it well in pots, plant it in direct sun, and give it a moderate amount of water.