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Tich

Adelaide Hills, SA

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25 November 2009

Re: Plants for underneath rosesLandscape & Garden Design

Nov 25, 2009 9:37 am

I'd also strongly recommend the alyssium, it will self seed, is easy to grow, and continues to flower for a prolonged period of time, especially if dead headed after flowering (hedge trimmers do the trick quickly). The other drought tolerant plant that looks nice is erigeron with it's tiny white dai...

I'd also strongly recommend the alyssium, it will self seed, is easy to grow, and continues to flower for a prolonged pe...

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24 November 2009

Re: Power supply advice for water feature pump+lightsLandscape & Garden Design

Nov 24, 2009 8:51 am

I have no idea what the flow rate is, sorry. It pumps the water up about 80-100cms above where the pump is (not the length of the hose) at the moment and there is no power storage - it purely works when the sun it out, which here in SA is most of the time. We purchased it quite a few years ago so I ...

I have no idea what the flow rate is, sorry. It pumps the water up about 80-100cms above where the pump is (not the leng...

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23 November 2009

Re: Power supply advice for water feature pump+lightsLandscape & Garden Design

Nov 23, 2009 12:56 pm

Have you considered using a solar pump and lights? We have a solar pump on our water feature and it works great, so long as there is sunlight of course. It's also much cheaper to purchase let alone install - putting the panel out in the sunlight rather than paying for an electrician!

Have you considered using a solar pump and lights? We have a solar pump on our water feature and it works great, so long...

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22 November 2009

Re: Neighbour's gardening and trespassGeneral Discussion

Nov 22, 2009 10:50 pm

Sounds like the sort of story a current affairs programme would be interested in ... the "neighbour from hell" line. Maybe approach the TV stations and see if they'd be interested. It might save you having to fork out for the security cameras. If she cracks under stress as you've said then...

Sounds like the sort of story a current affairs programme would be interested in ... the neighbour from hell line. Maybe...

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22 November 2009

Re: Contractor for gate and for concrete drivewayBuilding A New House

Nov 22, 2009 10:18 pm

You'll probably need to look at two different companies, one for the gate and the other for the concreting. What sort of gate are you after? I may be able to assist you if you're after something in steel.

You'll probably need to look at two different companies, one for the gate and the other for the concreting. What sort of...

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27 September 2008

how do I attach a roof to my pergola?DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Sep 27, 2008 11:12 am

You might also need to check with Council regarding approval. Here in SA no approval is required for an open pergola, however if it is covered you need approval for anything with a footprint over 10 or 12 square metres (can't remember which and depends on council as well).

You might also need to check with Council regarding approval. Here in SA no approval is required for an open pergola, ho...

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27 September 2008

swing vs sliding front gates (remote)Outdoor Living

Sep 27, 2008 10:13 am

If you're in a dusty area, ie dirt roads or just generally dusty area check to see that the casing is well sealed. We've heard comments about some of the 'cheaper' DIY models which come from Europe clagging up with dust within a very short time. As with anything, you get what you pay for so if you c...

If you're in a dusty area, ie dirt roads or just generally dusty area check to see that the casing is well sealed. We've...

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27 September 2008

Pricing for wrought iron fences..can anyone help?Landscape & Garden Design

Sep 27, 2008 9:55 am

Hi Smeags, Which state are you in? If in SA then please pm me. The Lion posts alone would be around the $1000 mark each. The wrought iron fencing will vary in pricing according to whether it's solid steel or just that thin tubing stuff they use for pool fencing. I had some pool fencing quoted on abo...

Hi Smeags, Which state are you in? If in SA then please pm me. The Lion posts alone would be around the $1000 mark each....

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