Mulch and Decorative Pebbles – What are the options?
Mulch may not seem too glamorous, but it certainly is an essential part of any gardening project- and the right mulch can really make your garden stand out. In the Geelong region, mulch is crucial
How to Choose Firewood for Clean, Sustainable Heat
Winter is coming! With the days getting shorter, it’s time to stock up on firewood. According to the Victorian Dept of Natural Resources & Environment, an average family of four would use between 6
Tips for Using Local Organic Compost
Now is a great time to replenish your garden soil. A rich dose of nutrients will get the land ready for next year – and turning the soil over with a shovel will loosen and
How to Lay Artificial Lawn
Synthetic turf can be a fresh-looking, easy-care addition to your garden. Once it has been laid, upkeep is minimal, and you’ll have lush green lawn all year round. Artificial lawn has come a long way
How to Repair Potholes in a Gravel Driveway.
Potholes are a nuisance- and should be repaired quickly to prevent further deterioriation to the driveway. Most potholes are caused by water being trapped in pockets below the surface, which causes the gravel base to
PH Test your Vegetable Garden Soil
Is your garden soil PH balanced to give your plants the best opportunity to thrive? Soil on the Surf Coast and around Geelong often needs enriching or balancing out to give plants the conditions they
Building a Wicking Bed on the Surf Coast- the Self Watering Option Your Plants will Lap Right Up
Vegetables thrive with a plentiful water source- but who has time to be constantly watering their garden? SouthPoint Garden Supplies in Torquay is now stocking galvanised tin garden beds- which help plants to take full
Choose the best soil for your veggie garden
The right soil is more than just dirt! Plants need to grow in the right balance of soil ingredients in order to thrive.
How to Build a Veggie Garden Bed
Springtime is almost here, and it’s time to start preparing a garden bed for vegetables. The Farmer's Place in Freshwater Creek has a beautiful garden already going (as pictured above), and is a great local