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24.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday, this is a recent example of a full water-wise makeover to a front yard, with 3 retic stations eliminated in the process!! The owners initial vision was for a grassed area, but a preference for reduced watering and maintenance resulted in a decision to proceed with the full rock garden.... Water can now be focused at the base of the plants where soil wetter and fertiliser in soluble form can also be targeted. An infrequent hand watering will suit these plants. A GREAT example of a viable alternative thats very reasonably priced

23.01.2022 WINTER-WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday everyone, as the cooler months are fast approaching Ill be posting WINTER-WISE tips and tricks over the next few months! As we enjoy some milder weather with cool and sunny days, theres no better time to be painting those outside areas that could do with a freshen-up including pergolas, fences and the garage floor for example. ... Maybe your decking needs a pressure wash and oiling? Not only does it look great, it will add value to your property, give protection to timber and make you feel pretty good too! Choose still days for painting jobs, where there is less chance of airborne dust and leaf litter blowing onto fresh paint. Daves Maintenance & Gardens is available for all your outside jobs, so for a free consultation and quote, give me a call today 0422 048 615.

23.01.2022 WINTER WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday, I’ve just completed this pruning job, allowing a new solar installation to have direct sun all year. Something to consider when installing your panels In new homes, take time to check sun direction and think about the height your plants will grow to. As a general guideline, keep them to a maximum of gutter height where possible ... On the subject of pruning, its rose pruning time to arrange a quote contact me today on 0422 048 615

22.01.2022 No matter how small your patch of grass might be, a well tendered lawn and healthy garden beds will always lift the appearance of your home . . With the application of a soil wetting agent, a regular mow and fresh plantings..this little garden will come up a treat. Watch this space .... . For a FREE consultation and quote, call Dave today 0422 048 615 See more

22.01.2022 Water Wise Wednesday G'day, Time to check the reticulation is all working 100%. As we return to the allotted days and run times there really is no excuse. Make sure your system is set to correct day, time of day and run time.... Days are, as we know, determined by the last digit of your house number. Check there are no leaks or faulty sprinkler fittings. If detected early these repairs can be done very reasonably. Not to mention you can be fined for running your system on non allowed days or for excessive run times. Hand watering is allowed pretty much anytime, so you can always keep the water up as needed. Can be quite therapeutic with your choice of beverage in your spare hand. Keep up the soil wetting agents & fertiliser. Recent activity and a few rose photos. First set, result of a little autumn care. See more

19.01.2022 LOVE YOUR LAWN A beautiful lawn doesnt happen by itself. Restoring a neglected lawn takes time and attention. Daves Maintenance & Gardens can provide you with gardening advice and regular mowing services to ensure your lawn always looks its best! . .... These images are a little restoration work in progress for my clients rental property. Riddled with coastal weeds and vegetation, restoration included a thorough weeding and fertilise. With regular watering and mowing, this little patch of lawn is on its ways back to green For a FREE QUOTE, call me today 0422 048 615

19.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday folks, it's Water Wise Wednesday and todays tips come direct from the Water Corporation. Did you know we use almost half of our household water in our gardens? So choosing water-wise plants makes sense. They're low fuss and they look great! Think about grouping plants with similar watering needs so you can create a beautiful garden and water more efficiently. For more information how you can include water-wise plants in your garden, follow the... link below: https://www.watercorporation.com.au//waterwise-plants-sear

19.01.2022 Hi Everyone! Welcome to the last Winter Wise Wednesday for 2020. Water Wise Wednesday will return soon with more regularity and a wider range of topics and photos. With Spring just around the corner, I can't wait to get back into full swing. I wish to thank all my customers for the support during the cooler months.... Had great fun on the projects and look forward to seeing the Spring bring on further growth and improvements! In particular those of you who have given me such great reviews. Your kind comments have led to lots of further enquiries and regular customers. With the great Perth weather season about to begin all I can say is, Bring It On!! Thanks again, and I look forward to seeing you all soon, Dave. See more

18.01.2022 Water Wise Wednesday. G'day, Great to see Spring arrive with quite a mixed bag weather wise. The extra daylight is welcome and looking forward to some nice Spring days. Now is a perfect time to attend to all your gardens needs.... Weeding, weed control in paving, fertiliser everywhere! Your lawn will appreciate a wake up feed. Soil wetting agents and slow release fertiliser for all your pots and beds. Good time to think about sprucing up the house. Last gutter clean for the year, clean screens and windows, that small splash of paint here and there. All little things that will make your house look good and you feel good. Call Dave for an obligation free quote on all your garden and house cosmetic needs. Don't forget, I also do flat pack furniture assembly, so call if you need some put together. See more

16.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday folks, Autumn has arrived so this week's post has some great tips for your autumn gardening. Autumn is a fantastic time to get out in the garden. The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting cooler. Not only a great time for planting, this is the time of year when we focus on repairs and maintenance in preparation for winter: Turn Off the Retic Before turning off your reticulation system for the cooler months, it's always a good ...idea to do any quick repairs and maintenance before switching off. Now is the time for pruning. Remove any dead wood, leaves burnt from the summer heat and reshape your shrubs and hedges, promoting new growth throughout the season. It's also a good time for pruning trees that may cause a problem during winter storms. Feed and mulch your lawns and gardens. Autumn is generally a slow growing season. It's a good time for transplanting, repotting and planting your bulbs for spring and winter. Check for expired products Most products in the garden shed have a use by date. Its a good time to do a quick check and discard anything that is past its prime. Check your garden tools, fix broken handles, sharpen blades and treat for rust. Good tools that are working well make a big difference in the garden. Doing a few of these jobs in autumn will make your garden ready for spring and ensure your plants get off to a flying start. For all your gardening requirements, contact me today on 0422 048 615

15.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Already bored at home? With movement and socialising restrictions and more time at home the expectation, this is a great opportunity to spend time in the garden. Check your sprinklers, taps and reticulation and attend to those weeds that wont pull themselves out Add soil wetter, fertiliser and nutrient mulches to your garden, and fertilise your lawn ... These are just a few examples of things you can do to enhance your garden and prepare it for winter. Its a great way to pass the time..and you might have fun too! Stay well, and stay home

15.01.2022 WINTER WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday, results of a few hours work on a sadly neglected lawn at a Defence Force property in Wellard The restoration will take time with the winter months upon us. The old saying, dont fertilise your lawn in a month without an R in it!... In this instance the work was done for a member of the Navy. His role can keep him away for up to 3 months at a time Daves Maintenance & Gardens is offering other Navy people who may be in a similar situation very reasonable garden maintenance rates. I assure you youll be very happy with the results! Please contact me to arrange a visit and quote on 0422 048 615

15.01.2022 Water Wise Wednesday. Gidday Everyone, As we near the cooler and wetter months it is time to think about some pre winter maintenance.... For example, the need to clean gutters, down pipes and soak wells. Water damage from over flowing gutters can cause major damage and costly repair bills. Removing built up leaf litter, ensuring down pipes are clear and cleaning around the grates to soak wells is essential home maintenance. Check the roof outlets to make sure flashings, seals and covers are secure and doing their job. It's also a great time to check them for any sign of corrosion as residue will stay wet and cause problems over time. If you run water to storage tanks, clean filters and grates to reduce contamination in your supply. Early detection is always a great way to prevent more serious damage and costly repairs. With the first front of the season forecast to hit the Southwest as early as next week, now is the time to attend to your roof plumbing. Will follow this theme for a few weeks with some other pre winter ideas to secure the home! See more

15.01.2022 SELLING NEED A FACELIFT? To brighten and refresh your property, paving paint is a quick and relatively inexpensive way to lift the appearance of your home and make your gardens 'pop'. Just look at the difference made to my clients' rental property! . . FOR A QUOTE Call Dave today - 0422 048 615

15.01.2022 Your feedback is gold and I'm proud to share this recent review from my client. . . Dave maintains my gardens for me on a regular basis. Each time he comes he mows my lawns, trims the edges and tidies up the garden beds. The gardens always look great when he's finished and he always sweeps up any mess, leaving the gardens looking great. I can also recommend him for window cleaning and building flat pack furniture. He is trustworthy and hard working and I highly reccommend him to do a great job - Linda

12.01.2022 WINTER WISE WEDNESDAY G'day, the focus this week is on roses Love them or hate them, roses have been a go to decorative plant for centuries. Now is the time to prune your roses back to old wood to protect them during the last weeks of winter. The benefits are wide ranging - including reduced susceptibility to fungal or insect infestations and much easier to treat if these nasties appear!... Your roses will come back with vigour and give you a great scented floral display. There are stunning varieties to choose from, so check your local nursery. For gardening advice, or to book a prune..contact Dave on 0422 048 615

09.01.2022 STORM WARNING This property got off lightly in the last storms. A stronger and more widespread system is due Sunday. Call Dave now for any last minute pruning, shade sail dismantling or any other possible items that could cause a problem during this event! 0422048615

08.01.2022 Water Wise Wednesday G'day, Still a mixed bag with the Spring weather. However managed to get out between the bad spells.... Great to get a small pergola re build done. Also, very happy to be getting referral from my existing clients. Thank you for your kind assistance! See more

06.01.2022 WINTER WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday, Ive just completed this pruning job, allowing a new solar installation to have direct sun all year. Something to consider when installing your panels In new homes, take time to check sun direction and think about the height your plants will grow to. As a general guideline, keep them to a maximum of gutter height where possible ... On the subject of pruning, its rose pruning time to arrange a quote contact me today on 0422 048 615

05.01.2022 Gidday, I'm Dave and I live in your local community. I have a long association with the Shoalwater and Rockingham community and I'm pleased to introduce my handyman and gardening services, for all those odd jobs around the home. My business is fully insured, offering peace of mind for my clients. For FREE CONSULTATION & QUOTE, contact me today on 0422 048 615.

04.01.2022 Dave's Maintenance and Gardens is now on True Local via the link below. If you'd like to share a review to the page, that would be very much appreciated! Have a great weekend, #stayhome #staysafe and happy gardening https://www.truelocal.com.au//daves-maintenance/shoalwater

04.01.2022 Gidday folks, Dave's Maintenance & Gardens is coming to you from the town of Exmouth this week! I'll be checking out the coastal flora to see how our northern neighbours manage their water-wise gardens in this dry climate. Check out tomorrow's post for some interesting tips

02.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Theres no better to time to be considering water-wise gardens. As global temperatures increase, maintaining a sustainable garden is becoming more difficult. Its been a hot summer in our southern suburbs and no doubt some of your plants have struggled. This little gem is called the ZZ Plant (Zanzibar Gem, or the tricky Zamioculcas Zamifolia). It has glossy emerald green leaves and thrives on neglect. It grows beautifully in a pot and will really br...ighten up a verandah or patio area. A tough little species, it tolerates pests, low light and dry air. The ZZ plant naturally stores water in its thick roots and stems, only requiring a thorough watering once a month. Other than showering it with admiration, the best advice is to IGNORE THIS PLANT. Water infrequently (dont sit in water) keep out of direct sun and it will love you forever

01.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday, I hope youre all dealing with the restrictions. Perhaps using some time to invigorate your garden? Another great idea might be to plant a dedicated veggie and herb garden. This type of garden can be achieved in all manner of growing areas, including tubs, pots, planter beds, raised beds that can be made to use little water, hanging baskets etc. Nothing is nicer than home grown produce ... Its a great exercise for the kids to be involved - theres so much to learn in the garden! Many of the popular veggies, herbs and fruits are easy to grow. Follow the planting guide and I hope you have some success

01.01.2022 WATER-WISE WEDNESDAY Gidday, today I want to draw your attention to the benefit of Soil Wetting Agents. As we all know WA is a dry state where water penetration can be an issue. We have all had experience when watering where pools appear, water runs off and doesnt get to the roots. These agents can be applied in granular or soluble form and will give gardens and pots a whole new lease of life when applied according to the directions.... Currently I am on a work contract in Exmouth and had the joy of visiting friends who followed my advice on a visit in November 2019. Exmouth is notoriously dry. Just have a look at this Sago Palm (Cycas Revoluta) growth in the last few months Proof that this application stimulated excellent growth!! Believe me, you will see a significant difference in the health of your plants..and a reduction in the frequency of watering