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Soil tests provide information about the nutrient presence and availability in the soil. the most important information gathered from a soil test is the status of the soil’s acidity, or pH. Soil pH influences the nutrient availability and uptake by the plants, the activity of soil microorganisms, and the organic degradation and mineralisation. Soil pH […]

If you’ve heard of soil testing and know what it is – but don’t know why it’s so important, you’ve come to the right place. In this handy beginner’s guide, we’re going to explain five stand-out benefits of the soil analysis process that you should know about. From helping you save time and money to […]

Whether you’re trying to grow a picture-perfect lawn, prize winning vegetables or a nutritious paddock for your horses, it all starts with the soil. If your soil has the wrong pH or lacks the nutrients required to sustain your chosen grass or plants, you’ll struggle to achieve the results you’re looking for. It’s kind of […]

Healthy plants – lawns and paddocks included – begin with healthy soil. Whether you’re struggling to achieve the results you’re looking for or simply want to start off with a solid foundation, soil testing is the best way to gain clarity about the condition of your soil. In this jargon-free beginner’s guide, we’re going to […]

Selontra is an exciting new product that boasts three times faster control than anticoagulant rodenticides, a very small likelihood of rodents developing resistance and a very low risk of secondary poisoning to other animals. Used in the correct way this product is a far cheaper and more effective product than previous anticoagulant rodenticides. How does […]

When it comes to weed killer, consistency is key. You need to be able to count on a product to deliver, time after time, which is why we’ve decided to home in on five of our favourite industrial-strength weed killers in this article. There are countless different options available on the market. All of them […]

There’s a bewildering array of weed killers on the market, all claiming to offer different benefits. Some boast rapid reaction times, removing unwanted vegetation within hours. Others are designed to deliver long-lasting results, while some are chosen for their non-hazardous formulations. With all of these different products vying for your attention, selecting the right weed […]

Noticed moss growing on your lawn? You’re not alone: most people will experience this at some point, no matter how well they care for their grass. There are a wide range of triggers that can cause moss to make an appearance – which we’ll delve into later – but getting rid of these pesky plants […]

Compared to August, September is a generally cooler month with the days becoming breezier. With this in mind, it is important to start getting your garden ready for the autumn weather ahead. It is important to remember that all of the advice giving in this article is weather dependent. Tasks should be worked around the […]

Mosses are quite incredible plants. They do not have roots like most other plants do, getting all of the nutrients they need from the air instead of the ground. They can survive periods of intense drought conditions that most other plants would struggle to survive. The only problem with the resilience of these plants is […]

Although artificial lawns or ‘fake turf’ are often considered to be a low maintenance option compared to real turf, they actually require a lot of upkeep to keep it looking in top shape. Here we have outlined some of the most common issues people have with artificial lawns and how to deal with them. General […]

If you’re shopping for weed killer, you won’t be short of choice. There are quite literally thousands of different products on the market, each claiming to be better than the rest in some way. So where do you begin? How do you choose a weed killer that won’t let you down?  Choosing the right type […]