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Retaining wallYour idea sounds like a retaining wall that is 900mm high which is a serious retaining wall that will need council approval.
If you want to have a 600mm wall within a… Seeking ideas on my small courtyard.A few ideas;
Retractable clothesline
new large format pavers over concrete
creeper grown on fence to hide and give illusion of garden being larger. (perhaps star… Pergola/alfresco ideas please.Browse Houzz. Lol that rhymes.
It's a great resource but even better post a few pics and many members will be willing to give you their opinions
Crazyk replied 25 January 2015 ago Sugar cane mulch always dry?Sounds great!
The sugar cane mulch is a great mulch but having it between quick draining soil and the wood chip mulch didn't do it any favours; spread some good organic… SaveH2O replied 21 January 2015 ago Magnolia 'Little Gem' PruningHi,
I've planted a few of these Magnolia 'Little Gem' (24 to be exact) in my garden, now, some are planted outside my window.
As they are evergreen, I want to keep the… JB1 started a topic 21 January 2015 ago Zoysia project in Melbourne
I wouldn't use fescue it would be even harder than rye to get rid of. If you use rye just follow the above advice, it will make for a better year round lawn.
You can… Mortarless blocks for small wallThanks for the reply.
So far I've found ezy wall, versa wall and heron blocks which I believe all allow a vertical wall.
The only thing I can't figure out with all of them… pittosporum screenmasterYes all good.It was my fault.l had used a herbicide for gorse,stays in soil for twelve months.l had sprayed there
and forgot Edible garden landscaping - Melbourne
We've always incorporated edibles within garden beds in previous gardens. Using a border of chives, or cauliflowers or lettuce in a garden is fun and easy to do, but… LANDSCAPING DAMAGE LIABILITYHi landscaper ordered in a truck of soil. He directed the truck driver to drive over the pavement, which of course cracked.
I was surprised he did this as I know they… tracey em started a topic 16 January 2015 ago too many palmetto stolonsFair enough.. Thats buffalo grass for ya, dont blame the brand they are basically all the same. Buffalo is just thatchy and spongey.
You wouldn't have much of a turfed… Concreting or other options for BackyardHey Guys
We have a backyard which is quite small.. We want to put a greenhouse and probably a garden shed there to make some use..
Imagine it as a shape of a toothbrush… its started a topic 11 January 2015 ago Buffalo lawn repair - help pleaseHowdy all
Long time reader, first time poster.
My 3 month old Sir Walter Buffalo appears to be suffering from the same or a very (very) similar issue. As Jassy… nateau replied 7 January 2015 ago lawn now, or wait?Don't think it matters if you do it right and get right variety for your climate. You want grass to deep root - and you may need top soil.
I'd always suggest an in… Matt1Jan 04, 2015 4:24 pm What are these?Yeah I know it's pretty reactive because in summer my fences are all loose then in winter they firm back up.
My zone was classified as 40-60mm reactivity so maybe this is it.
Crazyk replied 2 January 2015 ago MrBeeDec 20, 2014 12:34 pm Empire Zoysia and clay issueI've had this for a few years and found it disappointing. It seems to die in shade and takes forever to patch replacement sections! cfm replied 17 December 2014 ago AAA fencing?I got my quote done through them for the fencing. Fence hasn't been done yet, expected to go in around March end when the build is complete.… 13Jack replied 11 December 2014 ago Professional Landscape DesignHi Joanne,
Landscaping is coming along nicely, will compliment your beautiful home. I do like the grass, there is something about green lawn For what it's worth, I would… Soakwells
My plumber used 100mm pipe because of the low fall, but an… Crazyk replied 4 December 2014 ago What plant is this?Thanks for your help, im not going to look into it anymore because I want to build a pergola/outdoor room in the area where the plant is and if I do I`ll be getting rid of… neweyNov 21, 2014 8:34 am neweyNov 21, 2014 8:17 am Retaining Wall "Near" BoundarySo what is on the other side of the boundary ? If your neighbour has a house or garage in close proximity to the boundary I'd be getting an engineer to design the wall… What's eating my kale??Thanks heaps Stewie - I have just one that i have not been able to get rid off.
Will try the chilli garlic spray. Lilydale Toppings in BackyardHi all,
I'd like some advice on laying Lilydale Toppings in my backyard. My small garden (90-odd m2) is south facing and at the back of a sloping block; meaning that it… MrZebra started a topic 6 November 2014 ago Sorry for pulling a necromancer on this topic/thread, but hopefully there is experience that can be shared by someone.
Unfortunately I don't have experience with venturi… JaansOct 26, 2014 10:47 pm Winter Grass and Black Beetles in KikuyuHey there not sure about your "winter grass"
But the beatle is most likely african lawn beatle. It will smash your grass as they eat the root system. Makes the grass look… claypot replied 25 October 2014 ago Creepers or Privacy plants in potsHave you considered a structure designed for hanging baskets with trailing plants?
You can plant 2 or 3 trailing plants in the one basket and the effect will benefit both… SaveH2O replied 23 October 2014 ago Magnolia - MelbourneMost nurseries will sell magnolias of one kind or another; especially the "little gems" which are exceeding popular (including as council street trees) at the moment. I… grom40 replied 17 October 2014 ago Hi All,
I'm after some creative ideas to help me mask the horrible drainage pit that's installed in my front yard after townhouses have been built on the rear of the… Give me your lists.....Thank you all soo much for your replies. (apologies for the delay inresponse, I'd forgotten to check this post again). Some very helpful advise given, especially… jemsaf replied 13 October 2014 ago Soil Prep Questionsi have got 500m2 to do. So i will need a bulk load. Thanks for the heads up Sandra. mitch26 replied 12 October 2014 ago MrBeeOct 11, 2014 7:34 pm Basic garden startupThanks grom40. Will post some pics next week...got a kiddie bday party to get through first! ngohil replied 3 October 2014 ago
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