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Is Your Lawn Dying Off? What Does a Healthy Winter Lawn Look Like?

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 28 Jun 2017


Is your lawn dying off? Browning, drying, not growing? What's really happening here?

Ever ventured outside lately and found yourself wondering what happened to all that hard work you put into caring for your lawn throughout summer and autumn? Is your lawn now dying off? Was all that effort and love for nothing?  

You’re not alone. A lot of Aussie lawns will be rocking faded greens and even dry-looking browns this time of year. Have we been lazy and let our lawns go? Are our lawn dying off? Was it all for nothing? Let’s find out...

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Topics: Beautification, Lawn Care

Turf Industry Affiliates Creating the Best Lawn Growers & Suppliers in Australia

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 14 Jun 2017

Business can be tough no matter what industry you’re in. We’ve all got our own ‘stuff’ – our crosses to bear, our trials and tribulations; from office folk to tradies to politicians to everyone in between. 

No doubt about it, one of the greatest things we’ve learnt along the way is that it takes an army of 'friends' - other businesses and great customers! – to keep you lifted and moving forward!

Find out how our affiliate organisation 'friends' help us to be one of the best lawn growers and suppliers in Australia! 

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass

Where We Came From : The Green Life Turf Story...

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 31 May 2017

With so much going on at Green Life Turf, we put together a presentation that tells our story. Turns out, we have so much history the challenge was keeping it short enough to tell the story and keep you watching! Challenge accepted! And here it is, Green Life Turf's life in less than 3 minutes!

Watch here...

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass

What Goes on at the Turf Farm?

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 17 May 2017


Ever wondered what goes on at the turf farm?

Many people buy their lawn and lawn care products from retailers like Flower Power or Bunnings. Have you ever wondered where they source their stock, and how it is they become so crazy knowledgeable about all things lawn and turf (among many other things!)?

Today I’m excited to bring you a snapshot of one of our on-site education days with one of our much-loved customers, Flower Power!

It all began with a little bit of tea…

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care, Landscaping

Circular Patches & Spongy, Loose Turf: Signs of Autumn Lawn Grubs

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 3 May 2017


Beautiful autumn lawns don't 'just happen'!

Lawn grubs can produce big problems for many lawns around this time of year as they near the end of their primary active seasons. By the time you see signs of a lawn grub infestation, your lawn will already be feeling very sorry for itself. Here's how to recognise the signs, test for evidence, and treat the pests! 

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care

Winter's Coming! Fertilise Your Lawn!

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 19 Apr 2017

  Lawns go dormant through winter - like hybernating bears...

We’ve been talking fertiliser for a good reason over the past few weeks – it’s almost winter! Okay, some may say the glass is still half full being that we’re only half-way through Autumn, but there’s no slowing it down: winter is fast approaching.  

So, what happens now and what should you do? Today we’ll recap that crucial information for you and your lawn!

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care

What is pH in Soil? What Does it Do? How Should I Perfect It?

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 5 Apr 2017

We’ve been talking about fertiliser over the last few weeks; what it is, how it works, and why it’s important. So it won’t come as a surprise to you to know that the quality of your soil plays a vital role to all vegetation. From flowers and plants, trees and shrubs, to fruits and vegetables, to your lawn, if your soil is not providing the right balance of nutrients, your vegetation simply will not thrive.

So how do you know? How can you test the quality of your soil? And what even is soil pH?!  

Let's explore it all and see how you can get your own, reusable, accurate testing tool!

 

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care

Difference: Organic Natural Mineral VS Inorganic Fertiliser

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 22 Mar 2017

Last time on our blog we explored fertiliser: what it is, how it works, and why it’s important to use in farming and horticulture. Today we thought it was time to discuss the age-old question:

“To be (organic) or not to be (organic)…”

What is the difference between inorganic (“artificial” / “man-made” / “chemical” / “synthetic”) and organic (or “natural mineral”) fertilisers?

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care, Landscaping

What is Fertiliser? And Why You Should Fertilise Your Lawn & Garden!

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 8 Mar 2017

Have you ever wondered why we fertilise our lawns, gardens and vegetables? What exactly does fertiliser do? Why do you need to fertilise? Today, I'm answering these key fertilising questions and over the coming weeks we'll discuss everything you need to know about fertilising, and choosing the right fertiliser for you. 

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care, Landscaping

Patchy Lawn? A Sign of Heat Stress!

Posted by Patrick Muscat on 8 Feb 2017

The heat not letting up over the last two weeks here in Sydney has left us with a fair few lawn enquiries! Images of heat stressed lawns ("sunburnt grass") have been accompanied by questions of what has happened and how it can be fixed. Today we go you one better and additionally address how you can avoid heat stress for your lawn next heatwave!

 

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Topics: Turf, Lawn & Grass, Lawn Care

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