by Michelle | Nov 23, 2015 | News
Over 2 million people in NSW play organised sport with participation rates the highest for 15 – 34 year olds. (Source: ABS, 2015) Soilco values the Australian lifestyle and has been actively involved in local sport and community projects across the Illawarra and...
by Michelle | Nov 16, 2015 | News
The NSW turf Industry has a value of approximately $81 million per year, selling large quantities into urban landscaping and sporting facilities (NSW DPI, 2014). The use of turf in landscape designs has many benefits including; beautifying large areas, stabilising...
by Michelle | Nov 9, 2015 | News
Mass planting is used to fill landscape areas with groups of flowering or textured leafed plants. Depending on design objectives this type of planting can be elaborate and create impact or else provide a low cost, low maintenance solution for large areas. Soil mixes...
by Michelle | Nov 2, 2015 | News
Australian soils can often be deficient in organic matter, with levels as low as 1%. Adding compost increases organic matter and enhances soil health. But what to buy? Coarse textured material is more likely to be used as a mulch. The larger particles are more woody...
by Michelle | Oct 5, 2014 | News
Uncle Swears By It Uncle is so proud of his vegie garden. He likes to grow naturally, without too much fertiliser or chemicals. Uncle sees the benefit of feeding his plants with compost. He knows quality compost is made so there is minimal risk from weed seeds, pests...