General Gardening Maintenance

One of the many rewarding features of a native garden is that once established, they are very low maintenance. 

Mulching

Regular mulching of native shrubberies with Daltons Mulch and Grow not only helps suppress weeds and improves water retention, but as the mulch breaks down it enhances the organic matter in the soil. 

Pruning

Some pruning may be required where plants grow taller than anticipated. Once again, correctly selecting the right natives at planting time will help minimise maintenance work later on.  

Gardening Terms Explained

Hardiness/hardy plants: Robust plants that can tolerate severe or extreme conditions.

Plant form: This is the shape of a plant. It is a consideration when designing your garden. Some common examples of plant forms are Round, Columnar, Conical, Arching, and Spiky.

Microclimate: A small area within a climate zone where the climate is slightly different from the main climate zone.

Free draining soil: Soil that is light and well broken up. Water can penetrate the soil and drain without pooling. 

Shelter belts: Row of trees or hedges planted together to protect crops or plants from cold or strong winds.