A healthy garden is an achievement to be admired, and something to be consumed in the case of fruits and vegetables. But, a healthy garden also requires time and attention that begins with the soil preparation for planting the first seeds, plants, bushes, hedges, fruit trees, or any other foliage that will grow on your property.
Bibra Lake Soils has a variety of soils which are ideal for gardening in the Perth region. If you are not sure what your soil composition is or what soil you will need for your garden, you can bring a sample to Bibra Lake Soils for an analysis.
For every garden foliage, there is a season. You’ll love the colourful results of all your efforts when you plant your garden at the right time of the year. One great month-by-month garden planting guide for the Perth area is by the Gardening Gals.
When planning your outdoor projects, remember that flower beds, vegetables, trees, and bushes will grow, thrive, and bloom if treated with the right fertiliser and mulch for the type of planting to be done. You’ll find garden fertilisers here, and a choice of garden mulches here.
Yes, you can put mulch around fruit trees. Mulching is a crucial step in ensuring the health and productivity of your trees. At Bibra Lake Soils, we understand the importance of choosing the right mulch for your fruit trees. Here’s a concise guide to help you understand how to mulch your fruit trees properly.
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It is not unusual for gardeners to debate the usefulness of various products or the best ways to care for plants, keep away pests, etc. These spirited discussions often include two commonly used soil additives: perlite and vermiculite. Frequently, gardeners are at odds regarding which product is superior, if they can be substituted for each…
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There is plenty of excitement surrounding the purchase of your new home. Once your furniture is placed and packing boxes emptied, it may be time to turn your attention outside. Many homeowners’ opinions about what types of landscaping look great and what appears to be a mess usually run along a broad spectrum. If you…
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With the increased attention to climate change, there is a renewed interest in gardening, especially growing your food. A popular idea for adults, gardening for kids is also very much on trend.
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Putting mulch in your vegetable garden has key benefits. Mulch can help to keep moisture in the soil of your garden, suppress weed growth and moderate the temperature of the soil. This leads to your vegetable garden having healthier plants and a better vegetable yield.
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People who live in the Perth area know how hot our summers can be and the damage that high temperatures and bright sunlight can do to our plants and gardens. And, without a doubt, using a quality ground cover is one way to protect new spring and summer plants and gardens.
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Whether you are a new homeowner plotting out your first garden or someone looking to replenish your garden with new nutrients that were depleted during the hot growing season, adding a layer of organic mulch on top of the soil will maintain the content and structure of the soil. While inorganic mulch has an aesthetic…
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When planning to upgrade the appearance of your outdoor property, consider the use of limestone blocks and pavers for the ground foundation, retaining walls, stairs, or other special features connected with your project. Why limestone? Because the desired sustainability and beauty of limestone are second to none and it offers you a one-and-done installation that…
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Summer is that time of the year when the warmth of the sun beckons us to come outside and enjoy the wonders of nature. For many of us, that means getting into the garden. The beauty of growing your fruit, vegetables, spices, and herbs is that the entire family can participate. Kids love being outside…
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Spring is the optimum time for companion planting of herbs and vegetables. Whether you have a small patio garden or a spacious backyard area, you’ll want to reap a bounty of flavourful and healthy herbs and vegetables for your dining enjoyment. As recorded in a popular gardening advice article, our local Perth area is designated…
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