Green Life Turf | Residential Lawns Blog

We talk a lot about our Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo grass - it’s a great Australian soft leaf buffalo specifically suited to Australian conditions, it’s tough, tolerant and beautiful, and we love it. 

But there is a new kid in town; a new turf on the block... and it's a Zoysia! Tagged “a finer choice,” Sir Grange Zoysia is in fact a finer leaf giving it an exciting new look!

Our last blog for 2016 is a tribute to the year on the Green Life Turf farm - and a hint of things to come in 2017. Watch our short video here:

One of the primary questions we get here at the Green Life Turf office is about fertilising lawn; in particular, how often and when it should be done.

The answer to this question will depend on your lawn type, its environment, and the general health it’s currently in. Generally speaking fertilising is usually required once in the early spring season (September or October), and again in late autumn (April or May).

We also find another application of fertiliser around December / January to be highly beneficial - but we recommend waiting until a period where humidity will be medium-low; high humidity may encourage fungus and nobody wants that! We like to use Weather Zone for our 7-day weather forecast that includes a simple read humidity forecast.

Instant lawn! Ever wondered how turf is harvested ready for delivery to your landscaping job?

We took a short video of us on our harvester on the Green Life Turf farm reaping our Sir Walter DNA Certified turf... a small snippet of what goes on behind the scenes during the harvesting process for every order that comes in! Our harvester meets all AusGAP quality and safety standards - check it out here:

We’ve been talking about our most frequently asked questions from both trade and residential customers. When you work in an industry for – well, generations, you realise it’s sometimes the easiest questions to answer that crop up the most. Like this one:  

“How soon should I lay my grass once it’s delivered?”

Grass is a living plant and requires nourishment to survive. It takes nutrients through its root system planted in beautiful, thriving soil.  

Turf is harvested off our farm and delivered to your job with a thick depth of soil attached. This means your turf is still getting some form of nourishment while it's waiting installation. Of course, that won’t last forever and if the turf isn't laid soon enough, your grass will begin to dehydrate and eventually die. The warmer the weather, the quicker your grass will begin to perish; and nobody wants that!

Over the past year we’ve been reviewing what our customers have been asking when they start thinking about their lawn and deciding on laying new turf. So much has come out of the research, but there are some clear questions that just keep on coming up. What’s been the most frequently asked question?

“Which grass is the most shade tolerant?”

In a State usually filled with mostly warmth and sunshine, it’s interesting to find its population finding the need for shade-tolerant lawn. So why has shade tolerant lawn become such a necessity in Australia?

Green Life Turf Farm - Sir Walter DNA Certified turf harvesting - September 2016

What is the best turf, what is DNA Certified lawn, and what does one have to do with the other?

Whether you're in the business or a good ol' Aussie lawn lover, you've probably noticed talk in the agri landscaping industry about DNA Certified lawn. You’re bound to start hearing more and more about it now so today we’re giving you the low-down on what it all is and how it affects you!

It’s that time of year again when you’re starting to spend a little more time in your yard and noticing the hum of insects surrounding your garden. While some insects serve a great purpose in keeping your outdoors alive through pollination, there are some garden creatures we could do without!

The first few weeks of Spring might still be cold but as the weather warms up and your soil temperatures increase, a healthy lawn will start to grow - quickly!

Choosing the right turf for your landscape is crucial to its success and your happiness! With the right lawn, you’ll be enjoying years and years of its beauty and health. The wrong lawn for your landscape area however can result in a whole load of extra work and maintenance – that’s time and money you won’t want to spend! Here’s what to look for when considering which turf is right for you: