We all know that sometimes landscaping can be a formidable task. However it doesn't necessarily need to be and with the DIY attitude it's usually something you can easily sort yourself. Previously the issue has often been that the everyday person does not have access to a trailer, or time to collect a trailer, unload, return the trailer and only then can the garden work begin. Now with Cubag, the process is easy! By ordering one of our handy Cubags, it saves you time and you can complete your garden yourself. We have compiled beneath for you, a series of quick tips to help...

It is that time of year once again, when the central parks are flooded with lanterns and the city is brought to life by the amber hue that they emit; yes, it is the Chinese New Year once again. Understandably, getting into and out of the city to view the lanterns can be a mission on its own and so we decided that we would simply make our own! These lanterns take a bit of time to make, but are aesthetically amazing and provide a beautiful glow of light in...

When done correctly, a professional garden can be stunning, and lift the quality of any house. Yet professional yard maintenance can also be highly expensive! With a bit of elbow grease, inexpensive and quality landscaping supplies and the right choice of plants, you can turn any yard into a veritable paradise.The greatest problem today with developing a garden in the modern society is the cost that is involved with it. If it’s not the purchasing of the seedlings then it is the sourcing of the product, not to mention the...

We all know that getting a pile of landscaping products delivered to your house is an immense hassle. If it’s not the product being spilt all over the driveway and leaving a tremendous stain on the concrete, then it's the hassle of moving it quickly before the weather hits or before it becomes inconvenient. Yet fortunately, there is now a simpler way of doing things. No longer do you have to have piles of rocks and soils tipped all over your driveway, now you can have them packaged and delivered...

Pathways, patios, and even around the pool area; in all cases, pavers rise to the forefront of helping establish a beautiful, sophisticated look and despite the appearance, it is quite easy to achieve. In most cases, pavers can be used to vastly improve the value of a property and the usability of a backyard or designated garden area. As they come in a variety of sizes, colours and sometimes shapes it is easy to find the ideal paver to suit your specific needs. So what is a paver? Put simply,...

Now that we’re getting into the season for soups, blankets and chestnuts roasting on the open fire, it’s time to consider what the springtime will bring for your garden. Whilst it is typically associated with the natural aspect of rebirth and purification of the world, it also is going to mean drastic changes in temperature and weather conditions. With that in mind, it always pays to have a top-notch lawn to help wow any passers by and to just to increase the general vivaciousness of your garden. So without further...

Pests. One of the most anaphoric blights for any gardener, they destroy plants, depreciate property value and are just a right nuisance! Coming from the Latin pestis meaning pestilence or plague, pests in all their forms often feel like a plague as they sweep through our yards and ravage our plants. However there are ways to deal with them, and we have highlighted New Zealand’s worst pests and how to fight them back if they have invaded your property. With the below solutions, we have outlined both chemical and eco-friendly...

Summer has been hotter than usual this year, which can only mean that winter is going to be colder than usual also. Taking this into consideration, the maintenance of your yard is going to be paramount this winter and so we have assessed a few of the main areas of concern for you. LAWNS If you're like me, then chances are that you have a lawn which is in a shaded area and therefore will not receive the same level of sunlight that it should to stimulate healthy growth. Like most...

How to Choose the Right Hedge It’s important to identify your needs prior to deciding on a hedge. Do you need a tall hedge for privacy or a lower growing formal hedge? How long are you willing to wait for the hedge to grow? If you don’t need an immediate hedge you're better off going with a smaller grade of a hedge, as large plants can be costly. Once you know the sort of hedge you desire you can go through the simple process of then picking a colour and style of...

The Complete Guide to Aeration Let's start with the basics: Why Aerate? Plant roots need oxygen much like we do. Most people understand that plants give off oxygen, but this is only in the green areas of the plant. The rest of the plant still needs oxygen for the same reason as we do. We need to ensure our soil is loose enough to give our plant’s root system sufficient air. This is the process of aeration. The purpose of this guide is to make sure you know why and how you...