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Complete your landscape – finding the right fence for your property

A fence is more than just a boundary, it’s an extension of your home’s personality and a key element your landscape design. When thoughtfully designed, a fence can enhance your landscape, complement your home’s architecture, and elevate the overall aesthetic of your property. It’s not just about meeting council requirements or providing security; it’s about crafting a frame that draws …

Valuable tips and advice direct from the TDL team

Beginning a new home project can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re a beginner. Fortunately, when it comes to landscapes, our Residential team has seen every pitfall and collected a great big bag of tricks for resolving common problems and squeezing the best out of every outdoor space. This week, we asked them each for a nugget of wisdom. In major …

How to design a low maintenance garden

Designing a low maintenance garden is not just about reducing the burden of labour on busy households; it’s also about creating a space that flourishes with less effort, allowing you to fully enjoy its beauty without the constant upkeep. Clients frequently come to TDL requesting low maintenance garden designs and builds. In this article we delve a little deeper into …

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How Landscaping Adds Value to Your Home

The real impact of landscape design and landscaping on property value and home running expenses is a topic of keen interest, particularly in places like Perth, where we are able to enjoy outdoor spaces virtually year-round. Many indicators suggest that well-maintained gardens, pools and outdoor spaces may significantly influence both the sale price and time on the market of a …

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Avoid These Common Pitfalls: Top 10 Mistakes in DIY Landscape Projects

Embarking on a landscape project as a beginner gardener can be both exciting and rewarding, but without careful planning and consideration, it’s easy to fall into common traps that can turn your dream garden into a nightmare. To ensure your outdoor vision becomes a reality, steer clear of these common mistakes in designing and executing your own project. 1. Neglecting …

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How to Choose Pavements for your Perth Garden

Designing your ideal outdoor space requires thoughtful decisions about paving materials in their cost, location, drainage and aesthetics. People often ask about the pros and cons of different materials, and we’d like to share a little bit about some of our most used pavements and surface finishes to help you in your projects. This detailed guide explores the merits of …

10 Ways Native Plants Can Enhance Your Perth Garden

Native plants support local ecosystems while preserving the unique character and heritage of Australia. With some planning and forethought, you can create a range of appealing garden styles while incorporating native plants and enhancing the hardiness of your landscape. There are plenty of reasons to incorporate native plants into your next garden project, let’s look at some ways bringing natives …

TDL’s Tips & Tricks to Maximise Your Outdoor Entertaining Space

Designing and incorporating an inviting and functional outdoor space in your new home or renovation can provide additional living and entertainment areas while creating a seamless flow between indoors and out. In this blog post, we will explore some tips and tricks to help you maximize your outdoor entertainment area, making it a pleasant and versatile space for year-round use. …

Selecting the Right Plants for Your Perth Garden

When we’re putting together a design for a garden, a key consideration is the functionality of the planting. We think about whether the planting is being used to screen something off or if it needs a low profile, whether it needs to climb or creep, and whether it is in a tight space. Our final selections for plants are dictated …