Melbourne Metro gardening guide
Temperate metro gardening — Melbourne-style — means four distinct seasons, clay soils, and variable weather requiring flexible lawn and pruning schedules.
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Seasonal rhythm
Spring surge, summer stress, autumn renovation, winter dormancy — align tasks to growth not calendar alone.
Clay soils
Compaction common — aerate lawns; add organic matter to beds; avoid working wet clay.
Hiring
High demand spring–summer — book regular mowing early in season.
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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