Last year, we visited our soil manufacturer, Candy Soil to check out the soil manufacturing process and see how some of our most popular soils are made. We witnessed composting, so much composting! The machine that turns the rows of compost looks like something from the future, and the rotary screens that sort the compost were pretty awesome too.
We got right up close to the raw ingredients that make up the soils, including foundry sand, horticultural ash, and of course agricultural compost; it was surprisingly crisp and clean, everything smelt good- earthy, but okay! Another highlight for us, was the front-end loader with the 7 cubic metre bucket! What a monster compared to ours, which are only between 0.125m3 and 1m3. Too good not to share, we made a videoof our adventure :) and we also have a brochure on the different soils available. Get the dirt on our dirt here.
The news is out! This spring, we’re proud to announce that Steve and Mitch will be hitting the road for the iconic Shitbox Rally—and they’ll be doing it in style under the team name...
The Rolling Jones!
Taking on the challenge in a true “shitbox” car, the duo will journey all the way from Adelaide to Darwin, tackling thousands of kilometres of
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
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.
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