Grotec Design Diary

Our diary is filled with inspirational landscape design and gardening ideas

Our gardening hints and tips will help you understand how to plan, develop and maintain a garden with ease and confidence. Our diary is also filled with knowledge about plants that grow well in the varying soils of South East Queensland.

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Landscaping Privacy Ideas

Landscaping Privacy is golden in today’s hectic world as people are living so near to each other, and because a deep sense of privacy is good for the mind and soul. Sometimes, it can be difficult to achieve that sense of privacy when you’re living in a residential district. Your back yard has the potential to become a peaceful, restorative oasis, but only if you add landscaping that establishes privacy as the key ingredient.

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The Soil Foundation is the Key

Soil Foundation Improvement Basics for New Gardeners. It is the very basics of how to create and care for a healthy, live soil foundation, that most garden owners never really get the opportunity to learn or understand.

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Creating a Healthy Garden

Healthy Gardens, How do we achieve them? Where do we start if our garden is not looking happy and healthy? If you are a busy person then it is advisable to seek out the advice of a knowledgeable horticulturist or garden care company to help you determine the most effective way of dealing with your own unique set of circumstances. If you have the time and energy and enjoy working in the garden, consider incorporating the following suggestions or do some research into creating a healthy garden in your district.

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Landscape Design Plan - Gold Coast

Landscape design planning can incorporate a wide variety of elements to achieve functional and beautiful spaces for outdoor living. Professional landscape designers offer a broad range of planning and design services tailored to a spectrum of client needs. By engaging the services of a landscape designer, outstanding design solutions can be developed while avoiding costly mistakes and unnecessary confusion.

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Creating a Tranquil Japanese Garden

A Japanese garden design seeks to cultivate peace and tranquility, harmonising with the natural environment. Here at Grotec, we specialise in crafting Japanese gardens that embody serenity and aesthetic beauty.

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Design the Ultimate Outdoor Kitchen

Alfresco dining and entertaining are a delight, and more Australians are embracing the trend of adding outdoor kitchens to their homes. If you’re looking to make the most of your outdoor space this autumn, here are five tips to help you create the ultimate outdoor kitchen.

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Design Ideas Using Colour in the Garden

When considering garden design ideas for your property, think about the visual impact of color. Color is the first thing we notice in a garden. Our other senses may be stirred by the scent of frangipani or the sound of water trickling in the background, but our immediate response is usually to the colors around us.

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Working with a Landscape Designer

Collaborating with a qualified landscape designer can transform your outdoor space into a personalised and aesthetically pleasing haven. A designer provides guidance, artistic touch, and a comprehensive action plan while keeping your best interests at heart. Here’s how a professional landscape designer can make a difference:

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Designing Porch and Patio Areas

The porch sets up the feel and styling of the home, expressing your personality and offering a welcoming atmosphere to visitors. The tone you set at the front door should flow seamlessly through your home and out onto your roofed patios. Create the perfect hub for welcoming family and friends with these awe-inspiring design ideas that ooze style and comfort.

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Tips for a Creative, Functional Pool Area

Who doesn't love a pool? Cool and refreshing during the warm weather months, pools are a natural focal point and gathering place for family and friends. But while pools are great for lounging and playing, they aren’t always the most aesthetically pleasing features in a yard. A plain concrete slab can be as uncomfortable to look at as it is to walk on with bare feet.

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5 Calming Herbs to Soothe Anxiety

Anxiety affects many adults and children, and most never receive treatment. If you prefer natural remedies over medications, calming herbs can be a great alternative. Here are five herbs known for their anxiety-relieving properties.

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Vegetable Gardens - Quick & Easy Ideas

Vegetable gardens, sometimes called edible gardens or sustainable gardens, are not only delicious but also fun to design and grow. A well-designed vegetable garden can be a beautiful and functional addition to your outdoor space.

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Creative Ideas for Pots and Planters

Round, square, small, large, classic, or creative – the options for pots and planters are endless, whether used alone or as part of a container garden.

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