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Here is an Update from a Job Green Acres Completed Last Thursday!

Check out some photos of a job that we completed last week in Dandenong using Kikuyu Instant Lawn.

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What Is Sprig Planting?

To create the best possible foundation for your lawn, there are a number of different ways of planting. Sprig planting, also sometimes known as line planting, is a way of laying new turf that’s ideal for people who do not want to lay sod or who are in areas where the desired seeds are not available.

The word sprig refers to the grass stem and roots, which are also sometimes called the stolons or runners, so when planting sprigs, you are planting grass that is already growing. This means sprig planting is great for achieving a green lawn in a relatively short space of time.

Sprig planting is also great for creating a deep and solid root system and tends to be cheaper than sodding or plugging your lawn. Another benefit is the fact you can sprig plant into cultivated surfaces or poisoned surfaces, helping you create a lovely lawn even in tough areas.

To help your lawn establish itself after sprig planting, special care and attention to watering will be needed in the initial days and weeks. Fertilization can also speed up the rate at which your sprigs fill in and within the first two to three weeks, your turf will be ready for its first mowing.

Whether you’re looking to improve your home lawn or a large public area, such as a golf course or football oval, be sure to get in touch with Green Acres Instant Lawns in Melbourne. Call 03 9999 5708 to find out more about their quality sprig planting and expertise in turf and lawn products.

Wet Weather Tips for Your Lawn

You may be more used to worrying about the effect of drought on your lawn or turf, but the wet weather can bring its own problems. Be sure you’ve got your garden under control during rainy seasons with some easy to follow wet weather advice.

Watch Out For Waterlogging

A common problem for lawns during rainy seasons is waterlogging. When your lawn becomes waterlogged, the soil is oversaturated with water, filling in all of the small air pockets under the surface and leaving the roots of your lawn and plants unable to take in the oxygen they need to survive.

Tell-tale signs of waterlogging include puddles on the surface of your soil and grass that is struggling to grow, wilting or turning yellow.

Improve Drainage

To combat waterlogging, you need to improve the drainage in your lawn. Start by breaking up your topsoil with a tiller then add a three to four inches layer of organic matter such as compost or green plant material to your lawn.

Till again before adding an equal layer of sand and then give the soil one final tilling until the soil is completely mixed.

Fix Uneven Lawns

If you have an uneven lawn that allows water to pool in a dip or deep depression, you may struggle to keep the lower areas free from problems during rainy seasons. One effective solution is to install a French drain.

A simple gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe and a layer of topsoil on top can discreetly carry the excess water away, helping to prevent waterlogging and associated problems.

Create a gorgeous garden by getting in touch with Green Acres Instant Lawns. Call 03 9999 5708 to find out more about how they can help.

How to Protect Your Lawn From Birds

Birds might be beautiful to look at and lovely to listen to, but they can be disastrous for your lawn or turf. Keep your grass green and your seeds un-nibbled with some top tips for looking after your lawn.

One way of discouraging birds from your garden is to set up a sound deterrent. Choose one that makes the same sound as a predator or distressed bird call and make sure it changes its sound frequently, are birds can get used to repetitive noises.

For very big gardens, you may even want to consider something like a modern scarecrow. While a traditional style is unlikely to be suitable for your home, you can buy smaller, moving models that can work well to fool birds into thinking there is something dangerous waiting for them in your garden.

If that is going to look horribly out of place on your lawn, why not experiment with mirrored surfaces, as birds can be scared off by their own reflection. The easiest way to achieve this is with is iridescent bird deterrent foil, which can be cut into strips and stuck on top of trees or fences.

If your lawn has been ravaged by birds and is looking very worse for wear, why not replace the turf and enjoy a smooth, beautiful grassy surface. For quality turf in a wide range of varieties, be sure to get in touch with Green Acres Instant Lawns in Melbourne. Call 03 9999 5708 to find out more.

How Often Should You Add Compost To Your Lawn's Soil?

Whether you’re purchasing your compost or making your own, there’s still one question that remains when it comes to using it: how often should you add compost to your soil? The answer actually varies from garden to garden, and certainly from country to country. While countries in cooler climes may be told to only compost their lawns once a year, gardeners in Melbourne should expect to do it a little more often. Due to the hot and dry seasons in Australia, the weather can take its toll on soil, and more nutrients are required to go back into it in order for it to stay healthy.

As a general rule, you should expect to add compost to your turf once per planting season. This is thankfully the simplest way to do it, too, as you’ve already dug up what needs to be dug up and have all your new plants waiting to go into the ground. All you need to do is to add the compost while you’re doing so. So that generally equates to one warm and one cooler season, or two additions of compost per year.

If you’re still not sure what exactly applies to your garden, or if you want to start things from scratch by purchasing drought tolerant grass in Melbourne, all you have to do is contact Green Acres Instant Lawn. You’ll be able to ask any questions you may have on compost and how to apply it to lawns, as well as enquire about the various types of turf supplied by this excellent turf lawn company. Just call on 03 9999 5708 to find out more.