Gardening
Finding a four leaf clover might bring good luck, but having a lawn full of it might leave you feeling less than lucky. What some people love about clover is exactly what others hate, and unfortunately, the fast growing three-leafed legume can quickly overtake a yard. At Jim’s Mowing, our customers have a wide variety […]
A healthy lawn sets the scene for a blossoming garden, so keeping it free from weeds is essential in maintaining the overall aesthetic of your yard. As spring approaches, now is the perfect time to get to work on preparing your space for this year’s blooms, and removing paspalum from your lawn is a great […]
As the winter draws to a close and the temperatures begin to rise, it gives us a welcome opportunity to get out in our gardens and enjoy the sun. There are probably a few tasks that you need to tick off your list to get your yard ready for spring, and dividing dahlia tubers is […]
Many garden pests in Australia have come to our yards from overseas, but the citrus gall wasp (bruchophagus fellis) is an Aussie native. Originally sticking to coastal areas in Queensland and New South Wales, the pest has more recently been found to have travelled to South Australia, Victoria, and even suburban parts of Perth. As […]
Keeping your lawn in top condition requires ongoing maintenance, which includes protecting it from ravenous pests like the armyworm. Unlike the harmless earthworm, armyworms are destructive insects that can quickly deteriorate a lawn if left unchecked. If you fear these bugs may have taken up residence in your yard, or you want to prevent them […]
A healthy garden starts at the root, so looking after your lawn is paramount to growing a garden that will thrive. Two of the most basic ways to care for your lawn are weeding and feeding, and timing can make all the difference in these tasks’ effectiveness. If your yard looks a little sad at […]
There’s nothing quite like a garden in full bloom, ripe with the sweet smell of summer petals. Not only do fragrant plants add to the experience of enjoying your garden, but they can also help to encourage beneficial insects in your yard, giving you even more reason to plant some of these garden superstars. There […]
Gardeners all over Australia know just how quickly the seasons pass. Before you know it, it’s winter again and there are bags of bulbs that never made it into the ground this year. There’s no need to waste these bulbs, though, as with proper preparation and care over winter, you can preserve your bulbs and […]
When we hear about insects in the garden, we often immediately think of pests that are there to destroy the plants we’ve put so much work into growing. While this is true for some insects, did you know that there are also insects that are beneficial for our gardens? There are some insects that are […]
When it comes to setting your plants up for success, there are lots of little things that you can do to help, and fertilising your garden is just one of them. But what makes for a good fertiliser, and how can you tell what’s the best fertiliser for outdoor or indoor plants? There isn’t one […]