DIY Tips & Tricks

How to Top Dress Your Lawn — and Why It’s Worth the Effort

A lush, even, healthy lawn doesn’t happen by accident. One of the most effective but often overlooked maintenance tasks is top dressing - applying a thin layer of soil/compost/sand over your existing turf to rejuvenate it. In this post we’ll explore what top dressing is, why it’s beneficial,

Gypsum: The Hidden Hero for Stronger Soils and Healthier Plants

What is it?
Gypsum is a natural mineral (calcium sulphate) formed when seawater evaporates. In the garden, it’s used to improve soil structure and add calcium - without altering the soil’s pH.

Gypsum as a clay breaker
Clay soils are nutrient-rich but have tightly packed particles, which

Bring Your Backyard to Life:

Australia’s outdoor lifestyle is thriving - and so is the trend of transforming backyards into stylish, functional, and low-maintenance spaces. With a bit of time, creativity and effort, you can turn even an ordinary backyard into a sanctuary. Here are some of the key trends and how you can DIY them.

1. Go Native & Water-Wise

Stay cool and keep your garden thriving this summer in Brisbane

Summer in Brisbane brings high temperatures, strong sun and lots of evaporation from the soil. I’ve learnt that the right mulch makes a huge difference - and lucky for you, we stock a great range of options that work for our local beds and climate.

Why the right mulch matters during Brisbane

Meet Jess: Our Social Media Queen at Steve Jones Hardware & Landscape Centre

At Steve Jones Hardware & Landscape Centre in Everton Hills, we're not just about quality products and expert advice, we're about community. One of our cherished team members is Jess, our Social Media Manager. Since joining us, Jess has taken our online presence to new heights