Lavender
How to grow and maintain lavender in Australian gardens — planting, watering, pruning, and common problems.
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Growing Lavender
Mediterranean lavender loves sun and sharp drainage — rot in humid clay without improvement.
Match planting position, drainage, and frost exposure to your climate zone — coastal, temperate, and subtropical advice differs in linked regional guides.
Watering and feeding
Establish with consistent moisture first year; taper as roots extend. Avoid over-fertilising natives. Use slow-release fertiliser on lawns and hungry fruit trees per label.
Professional help
Hire for large hedge trimming, tree pruning at height, renovation planting, or when pests and disease exceed DIY comfort.
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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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