Tips & Guides
Lawn & garden know-how from the team

How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?
Most Sydney homes need their gutters cleaned about twice a year, more if you're under heavy tree cover. Here's how to work out the right rhythm for your place.
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What Does Garden Maintenance Include?
Garden maintenance covers the regular jobs that keep a garden tidy: mowing, edging, weeding, hedge trimming, mulching and a general clean-up. Here's exactly what's involved and what to expect.

Can You Fertilise the Lawn After Mowing?
Yes, straight after a mow is one of the best times to fertilise, as long as you water it in. Here's why it works, what to avoid, and how to feed a Hills lawn without burning it.

Should You Water the Lawn After Mowing?
You don't have to water straight after mowing, and on a hot day it can do more harm than good. Here's when a water helps, when it doesn't, and the timing that actually keeps a Hills lawn green.

What Time Can I Mow My Lawn? (Hills District Guide)
In most of NSW you can run a mower from 8am on weekends and 7am on weekdays, finishing by 8pm. Here's the simple version, plus the best time of day for the lawn itself.

When to Trim Hedges in Australia: A Hills District Guide
The best time to trim most hedges in Australia is late spring through summer, with a tidy-up in early autumn. Here's the timing for the hedges we see most around the Hills.

How Much Does Lawn Mowing Cost in the Hills District?
Regular mows start at $60, but the honest answer is "it depends on your block." Here's what actually moves the price, and why a free quote beats a guess.

Can You Mow the Lawn When the Grass Is Wet?
Short answer: you can, but it's usually worth waiting. Here's why wet mowing causes trouble, and what to do when a Sydney wet spell won't let up.

How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn in the Hills District?
A simple, season-by-season guide to how often to mow your lawn in Sydney's Hills District, and the small habits that keep it lush all year.
