AUTUMN IS THE BEST TIME TO REVAMP YOUR GARDEN
GARDENING TOO EXPENSIVE?
Does your garden need a revamp or a serious facelift but the funds are limited? We can help.
Our qualified staff have the skill, knowledge and expertise to transform your existing garden into something special. Sometimes you only need a fresh look through the eyes of a professional to guide you in the right direction.
MERCURY DESIGNS CAN HELP WITH SAVING GARDENING COSTS
Plants and garden products have increased in price over the years and it has become essential to use these wisely for the biggest effect at the most economical price. A garden can be a real investment if approached in the correct manner. All too often homeowners are blinded with what they actually have and fail to see the full potential of items in the garden.
Mercury designs can advise you on how to save costs in the garden from a maintenance as well as a design point of view and shed light on the progress of the garden in the years to come. Garden revamps can be phased over a longer period of time where plants mature and increase in value in your own garden (if planted correctly). Our staff can guide in you in ways to reduce your gardening water bill as well as identify problematic and unwanted plants (Weeds, Alien Invasive plant species, toxic plants, etc.)
TIPS TO GIVE YOUR GARDEN NEW LIFE
Common mistakes that we frequently advice customers on are the structural layout and the successful positioning of focal features within a garden. The lack of a proper design might find a keen gardener struggling on a trial and error basis to settle with a final flowerbed. It might be the actual shape of a flowerbed that is incorrect and not the actual plants and objects within the flowerbed that causes confusion.
Garden ornaments may be positioned incorrectly in the garden and an expert eye might be all you need to find the ideal spot for these. Some garden ornaments might just need a fresh coat of paint to transform them into something better. Stacked away items may be reused or recycled and added to the garden to create interest and save a lot of unnecessary costs in the garden. A creative mind might just know how to create a unique garden with unique features.
Did you know that many plants multiply themselves within the garden and can be re-used in other garden spaces? Many plants can be split up and propagated instead of purchasing new plants to fill empty gaps in the garden.
Plants need to be grouped together according to their actual growing requirements. This will save a lot of time, effort and money in keeping your plants happy and healthy. Remember to feed your plants regularly as good plant nutrition is essential to have plants performing and not just surviving.
Good garden advise will be to focus on one specific priority area instead of attempting to beautify the entire garden bit by bit. The impact of one successful area will be most satisfying and encourage one to invest in other areas of the garden.
THOSE PESKY PROBLEM AREAS IN YOUR GARDEN…
Problem areas in the garden can be solved professionally with solutions gained form years of gardening experience. Poor soil conditions need to be rectified as soon as possible to ensure a good foundation for plants to grow from. Increasing the fertility of the soil is a real long term investment. Other problem areas may include poor drainage, damp threats, gardening on slopes, shaded garden areas, etc.
The right plant, planted in the right area in the correct manner is a recipe for success. Plants often require to be pruned (or cut back) to ensure that they are rejuvenated. Trees require continuous corrective pruning as they mature. Tree surgery might be required if left unattended. Pruning needs to be conducted in the correct horticultural manner as well as the right time of the year to prevent disastrous results.
Sit back and relax and allow the experts to professionally upgrade your outdoor gardening space. The impact of autumn gardening is often neglected and misunderstood. Autumn is a great time (and often the best time) for garden revamps.
Call us now for expert advice – we are here to help.
011 894 2430 | forkandrake@gmail.com