Benefits of Owning a Lawn Mowing Franchise in New Zealand
New Zealand is well-known for being one of the greenest, lushest places in the world to live. Even in quiet suburbs, homeowners take pride in their well-maintained gardens that echo the native surroundings so beautifully. Within that sense of pride lies an opportunity for anyone seeking lucrative, fulfilling work. We’re talking about lawn mowing […]
How to Deal with the Most Common Garden Pests in NZ
Here’s the thing: most garden insects are the opposite of harmful; they’re great for your garden! But there are one or two bugs and other pests that can spell trouble for your unsuspecting plants, and if they end up in your garden, you’ll likely stop at nothing to get rid of them. Left to […]
When Should You Mow Your New Lawn in New Zealand
It’s fair to say that Kiwi homeowners love a lush, green lawn. If you’ve just spent a lot of effort or time putting a brand-new lawn in, or you’re currently patching and regrowing a lawn that’s seen better days, you might be tempted to get out there with the mower at the first sign of […]
5 Best Low Maintenance Hedge Plants for Kiwi Gardens
The toughest part about having a hedge in your garden isn’t putting it there in the first place; it’s the maintenance. Whether you’re a beginner to gardening or you’ve been taking care of your exterior landscape for many years, planting a hedge requires a fairly intensive ongoingl commitment. However, with a bit of work, the […]
Beginners’ Guide to Trimming Hedges
While a healthy, robust hedge offers many benefits, trimming hedges in a way that encourages this kind of growth is a fairly complex task. If you don’t have gardening experience or the right tools for the job, it’s not going to be as easy as you might think. Today, the Paramount Gardening team are going […]
6 Essential Summer Lawn Care and Gardening Tips from the Experts
The world comes to life when the heat is on and the mercury is rising. Schools are out, flowers bloom, beaches become our playground, and our lawns have to face many days in the blazing sun. Unfortunately, your lawn runs the risk of drying up in all that summer sun. The same is true for […]
When is the Best Time to Plant Grass Seed in NZ
For many people, the idea of lawn care begins and ends with their lawnmower. Giving the grass a good trim every so often is usually enough to maintain a healthy lawn, but if you want to thicken your lawn, resolve any patches, or just bring some new life to your garden, sowing new grass is […]
5 Cheap Landscaping Ideas for NZ Homeowners
Let’s say your garden could use a facelift, but your bank balance is telling you to keep it simple. Well, you’re in luck! After years of transforming gardens all over the country, we know that residential landscaping and gardening doesn’t have to mean expensive makeovers or hard-to-maintain spaces. So, let’s make this simple. Here are […]
How to Control Weeds Without Harming Your Lawn
When it comes to maintaining a stunning green lawn, weeds are public enemy number one. Many homeowners struggle with how to control weeds without damaging their lawns simply because they’re tangled in so closely with the grass they want to preserve. But here’s the good news: controlling your weeds doesn’t have to damage your grass. […]