Blue Mountains gardening guide
Alpine and tablelands gardening in Australia includes frost, clay soils, bushfire risk, and short growing seasons — timing differs from coastal metros.
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Frost and season length
Late frosts into spring delay planting. Choose frost-hardy species; protect tender plants in pots.
Bushfire preparation
Asset protection zones, reduced fuel load, mulch choice per local fire authority guidance.
Soils
Clay holds water but compacts — aeration and gypsum may help structure.
What to look for in a gardener
A reliable gardener asks about access, slope, pets, and your priorities before quoting. They explain what is included in each visit and flag extra work (heavy pruning, green waste removal) before starting.
- Do they carry public liability insurance?
- Will the same person or crew attend each visit?
- How do they handle wet weather or missed visits?
- What equipment do they use for your lawn size?
- Can they provide a written quote and invoice with ABN?
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