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Exploring Garden Irrigation Systems: A Comprehensive Guide

One of the main concerns for homeowners considering a garden irrigation system is the installation process.

Garden Cleanup

Doing a proper garden clean up should be seen as your yearly treat!" During this time you are able to clean up your garden to make it look its best before the winter season. This can help prevent any pests or weeds that are bound to come during the cold season.

Five garden tools every gardener should own

Some say a gardener is only as good as his/her tools. Here is our list of top five garden tools that no dedicated gardener should be seen without:

Grass

Picture it. A bright summer sun and sky over green lawns and the sound of Christmas beetles and birds. That heavenly summer feeling and the smell of freshly cut grass.

A simple guide to artificial grass

Artificial grass is an increasingly popular substitute for natural vegetation. Artificial grass had the benefit of requiring less maintenance than its natural counterpart and keeps a vibrant green colour all year round. For family members with sensitive skin or allergies to natural grass, artificial grass is also an advantageous choice. Here are some of the most popular types of artificial grass to consider if you plan to invest in artificial grass:

Growing Citrus in Johannesburg

Lemon trees are the only citrus fruit trees that can tolerate any frost at all and as a result are the most popular of the Citrus plants grown in the JHB area.

Arborism & Tree Surgery

An arborist or, more colloquially, a tree surgeon is a person whose speciality or profession focuses on the maintenance of trees and shrubs. An arborist will focus mainly on the safety and health of singular plants or trees.

The perfect garden plants for a wet and rainy climate

Every good gardener knows that trees, flowers and plants need to be chosen with the local climate in mind.

How to keep your pergola in top shape

A pergola awning is an outdoor structure with an open or partially covered rooftop that is normally used for shade or to enhance the look and feel of an outdoor entertainment area.

Nurseries

A nursery is, in essence, a home for baby plants to be grown and nurtured until they are fully-grown. People who own nurseries should have a good grasp on how to care for a variety of plants

Top tips for beginners in tree surgery

Tree surgery is a maintenance aspect in the cultivation, management, and design of trees and shrubs. Tree surgeons practice the repair and maintenance of trees in order to keep plants healthy, as well as improve their appearance and enhance their design. Here is a simple guide to tree surgery and its main exponents:

Tree Felling

Trees need to be felled for a variety of reasons. Ensure your tree feller is a qualified professional and has the necessary insurance and equipment to complete the job. Always ask for a written quotation.

Garden Landscape and design

Create a stunning and functional garden landscape that enhances your home's beauty and provides enjoyment for years to come.

Garden Pots and Plants

There is no question that plants in your garden are a pivotal way of expressing yourself and bringing an element of life into your home. Not all homeowners have the luxury of an entire garden to fill, but this shouldn’t be considered a downfall to your home.

Garden pots: display your plants creatively

Choose wisely when it comes to the material of your garden pot as certain types of pots have advantages over others.

Garden play equipment: create an imaginative world in your backyard

The garden of your home can be used for more than gardening or exercising pets. Garden play equipment can turn your garden into a haven for children and a perfect place for them to spend the day expending energy and learning important developmental skills.

Garden Furniture

After all the work that gets put into landscaping and planting beautiful shrubbery and flowers, your garden can be thoroughly enjoyed and experienced by your choice of garden furniture!

Eco-friendly irrigation techniques for your garden

Drip irrigation systems allow gradual trickles of water to enter the soil, while soaker hoses have small holes in their surface that also allow small amounts of water to escape.

How to get your garden spring ready

With spring upon us, it’s time to get your garden ready to make the most of the beautiful season. Here are some easy tips to get your plants healthy, get your garden growing and get the best colour from your vegetation.

10 Steps to Growing Trees

Trees need room to grow their branches above the ground and their roots below the ground. Avoid planting too close to overhead telephone or power lines, or too close to buildings. Most medium sized trees should be located at least 2 meters from any wall. Check whether your tree has an aggressive root system and needs to be further than 2 meters from any wall or building. Some trees have large surface roots and will lift paving.