Author: Active Turf Supplies

You can lay turf in Winter..

Written by Active Turf Supplies on June 2, 2020. Posted in Seasonal Lawn Care, Turf Selection.

Whilst the warmer months in spring, summer and early autumn are the ideal time of year to lay a new lawn, winter is still a good time in most situations – and there are even a few benefits in establishing a lawn in the cooler time of the year. There is a common misconception that installing a new warm season turf like Sir Walter DNA Certified cannot be done in cool conditions. This isn’t the truth, as turf is installed successfully all year round anywhere in Australia. In the warmer states, Like Queensland, Northern Territory and northern WA this isn’t really an issue as the temperature doesn’t get cold enough. But in NSW, Victoria, SA and southern WA cold winters put a doubt in our mind about laying a new lawn.

Onion Weed

Written by Active Turf Supplies on May 22, 2020. Posted in Common Lawn Problems, Lawn Care, Lawn Weeds.

Onion weed is one of the worst type of weeds that can take hold in your lawn or garden
Onion weed can be eradicated with patience and a bit of delicate work
Keeping onion weed under control by preventing flowering is a must to prevent it spreading

7 DIY Weed Killers

Written by Active Turf Supplies on April 28, 2020. Posted in Common Lawn Problems, Lawn Weeds.

If your preference is to avoid the use of herbicides on your lawn, then there are some organic DIY weed treatments which are claimed to work against particular weeds. Some work well, some take perseverance, some may not actually work at all and are nothing but an old wives’ tale.

Here’s a few we’ve come across that you might like to try:

Revive your lawn before winter

Written by Active Turf Supplies on April 14, 2020. Posted in Lawn Care, Seasonal Lawn Care.

A few key things attended to now can improve your lawn’s appearance through winter
Don’t attempt too many drastic actions – scarifying or topdressing at this time of the year.
A last fertilise for the season and even a pigment treatment like ColourGuard can work wonders

Should I be fertilising my lawn now?

Written by Active Turf Supplies on April 9, 2020. Posted in Fertilising Grass, Lawn Care, Seasonal Lawn Care.

Fertiliser balance is crucial; too little and it can starve, too much and you won’t see it at its peak either
If you’re keen on looking after your lawn then getting a handle on fertilising is important
There are a few tell-tale signs with your lawn to let you know if it needs fertilising
Autumn fertilising is ideal to send your lawn into winter as healthy as possible

Avoid The Cabin Fever

Written by Active Turf Supplies on April 7, 2020. Posted in Lawn Care.

Here’s 8 things you can do while you’re stuck at home.

Bored, cooped up and ready to achieve something constructive rather than just falling down that TikTok worm hole? There’s a whole raft of things you could be doing that won’t have you contemplating growing a mullet and changing your name to Tiger King. (If you don’t know what I’m on about you haven’t fallen down the Netflix worm hole just yet).

What You Need to Know About Cylinder Mowers

Written by Active Turf Supplies on March 31, 2020. Posted in Lawn Care, Lawn Mowing, Lawn Solutions Australia.

By Ben Sims from Lawn Tips

Cylinder mowers have become surprisingly popular among homeowners over the past couple of years. Originally these mowers were primarily designed for golf courses and sports fields. Now your average Joe invests their money in a cylinder mower to mow and show off their pride and joy.

A Complete Guide for Watering Lawns

Written by Active Turf Supplies on March 17, 2020. Posted in Lawn Care.

Advice on watering lawns can differ substantially depending on who you ask, and more often than not, more water is used than is required.

Lawn no longer fit for purpose?

Written by Active Turf Supplies on February 27, 2020. Posted in Things to Consider Before Ordering Turf, Turf Selection.

What is the right lawn?

Perhaps your garden has taken off and your trees and shrubs have shot up in the past five years and you’ve now got too much shade. Or your kids have become more active and are placing greater wear on your lawn. What is the right lawn?

The Art of Edging

Written by Active Turf Supplies on February 26, 2020. Posted in Lawn Care, Lawn Mowing.

Finishing your lawn off with a nice edge is much like adding a frame to a painting and will make all the difference in the final presentation of your lawn.

Bee safe – safeguard for your lawn

Written by Active Turf Supplies on February 20, 2020. Posted in Common Lawn Problems, Lawn Grubs and Pests.

The threat to your lawn from the heat of summer is coming to an end, but the threat to your lawn in the form of root and leaf eating grubs, caterpillars and insects remains; some of these nasty critters can keep attacking right through the months of autumn. Now is the time to safeguard against them.

Thinking of replacing your lawn?

Written by Active Turf Supplies on January 21, 2020. Posted in Things to Consider Before Ordering Turf, Turf Selection.

Follow these 4 expert tips for best results

Compaction, increased shade and wear are the biggest reasons to renew your lawn
Lawn replacement is a cheaper option than other surfaces in most cases
Choose the right type of lawn to get the best return on your investment

Does your lawn have dry spots?

Written by Active Turf Supplies on January 7, 2020. Posted in Common Lawn Problems.

Hot and dry weather can really take a toll on even the healthiest lawns and cause them to become thin and patchy. This usually happens over the summer months, as the weather is hot and dry and lawn owners are generally on holidays or too busy to keep up their regular lawn maintenance schedule. It only takes a couple of days of hot, dry weather to affect your lawn.

Tips to help beat the heat

Written by Active Turf Supplies on December 17, 2019. Posted in Lawn Care, Seasonal Lawn Care.

Drought conditions are impacting a lot of areas at the moment and being environmentally responsible with water use is more important than ever.

How to cut grass properly

Written by Active Turf Supplies on December 12, 2019. Posted in Lawn Care, Lawn Mowing.

A well cared for, freshly mown lawn not only looks awesome, it’s also great to walk on and play on. Anyone can achieve it. The right length of grass is critical to its health and weed minimisation. Check out the guide below to determine the height of lawn that works best for you and is best for your lawn.