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Coming up to a normal weekend, I am wistfully remembering our long weekend. And how nice would it be to have a “Long ” weekend each weekend. I might actually get something done around our house. I’m not sure how many of you are partners of “tradesmen”. They are those wonderful people who go to other peoples houses and fix and create masterpieces for them, and then come home so exhausted that they can’t do the same at home. Some of my close friends have tradesmen Partners.Wives of builders are still waiting for a wall to be finished. A husband of a painter is waiting for his office to be painted. And a close friend whose husband is an electrician has a light switch that doesn’t turn on anything…yet! It really does make me happy that my husband isn’t a Doctor. I could very well be sick all the time!

But over a long weekend, the whole story can change. On Saturday Tony the Turfman created a beautiful Palmetto lawn for a family in Casuarina. And then on Sunday my wonderful Landscaper husband, Tony the Turfman, created our Out Door Shower that he was going to create now for 3 years. And it is amazing! The water comes out onto the beautiful paved non slip area, with great gusto, and then drains down onto our grassed area. Giving our grass a wonderful summer water after we have been at the beach, well it will do. True not really the time of year to test it out, but the kids gave it a go anyway.

Now coming up to a “Normal” length weekend I am faced with the reality of knowing that no new exciting projects that we have been dreaming and designing for years will be made. This week Turfman has been out busily creating lawns and irrigation systems, Water features and Play spaces for other peoples families to play and enjoy. So I will enjoy my shower, in the summer. And then hopefully in the summer, I can get my Pizza Oven created so we can all sit around the oven and get warm next winter. Slightly comforted in the knowledge that he will be doing all the exciting projects at someone else’s home. Making soft places for little feet to play.

Chat soon

Sare

Tony the Turfman is proud to announce their sponsorship of the Pippies under 11’s Kingscliff Hockey Club.

The Turfman loves to sponsor sporting kids clubs. Its so important to support our kids in their involvement in team sports and out door activities. Tony the Turfman supplied the Pippies team with new shirts for the next two years. Each year we look for teams to sponsor with either shirts or game fees to help our kids play the games they love.

Go the Green Team!

Check out our new page – Tony the Turfman. He is our Local Lawnatic who knows all about Turf installation and lawn and garden maintenance, as well as visually appealing gardens that are also practical to everyday life. Tony is also my husband and father of our 3 lovely children. Tony has the knowledge from years of working at Coastal Turf and learning our tricks of the trade for optimum lawn grass growth and health that he can now use to make your lawn look Green and Lush.

Having 3 children and 2 dogs, Tony knows the practical uses of a lawn. Like backyard football and trampoline areas, the local gymnastic center, or it is at our house and a lavatory area for the fury part of our family. He knows how is has to be hardy and ready to use. In all places.

Turfman can also prefer your other gardens needs…

I wont babble on here, just click over to the page and have a look

www.coastalturf.com.au/tony-turfman

Go from Brown to Green lawn instantly with the Turfman!

Feature Paving with Turf installation

Chat Soon

Sare

(unofficial Lawnatic)

My husband feels that he know has the writers knack, so he threw this together for me. Tony the Turfman performs lawn installations and cares for lawns after they are installed so he knows what he is talking about, but is his style as good as mine? Let’s see…
Green is good

How many times over the last 30 years have we heard the term “GO GREEN”? Now mostly it is in reference to us all being more environmentally friendly. Using our GREEN bags, converting to GREEN energy, and of course the “GREENIES”.

I think that the most important and obvious green is the one right under our feet, our lawns!

And it never hurts to have a financial benefit as well as health benefits. Qld has recently completed some surveys that prove people are willing to pay up to 15% extra for a home that has a green, tidy lawn out the front. In most cases that is $40,000 benefit. Nice for a bit of grass that you mow once in a while.

But how do we get and maintain that green lush grass in our homes?

All locals know that the sand we have here in Caba is not the most ideal for wonderful gardens and thriving, lush grass. We do however have a very high rainfall and access to quality local soil. Knowing this, I have some great tips as to how to improve on what we have.

Now some of us are lawn fanatics, those that are out everyday weeding their lawns, hand cutting the edges, always having the best looking lawns around. And good for them. People with the time and energy for such things should hold their head high. And for the rest of us with busy lives, family and work commitments, what are are options?

Like my car, once every year I do a big service on my yard, A grease and soil change if you will. This, combined with some seasonal feeds and a little love and care keeps my turf running smoothly, looking good, and functioning the way I want it to. Lets start with coming out of winter into spring.

About now the days get longer, and weather gets warmer and we tend to venture outside again. Ahh the joys if spring. We take that big breath of fresh air, filling us with excitement!and then we cast our gaze across our lawn. Winter has taken its toll, especially the late cold followed by extreme heat.

Rain appears unlikely at the moment ( although I have my fingers and toes crossed for it to come) but, when you see it coming, throw out some organic fertiliser (blood and bone, dynamic lifter or rooster booster) across the top of your lawn and let the rain wash it in,( this will wash the fertiliser in and get rid of the smell as well). But as there is no real rain at moment, put out the fertiliser onto your lawn in the morning and water well in. Why in the morning? well a couple of reasons – firstly the grass is at its most receptive to accept water and food at this time. Secondly the smell is terrible, and most people are off to work ( no cranky neighbours). And if you have kids, give them a hose in the afternoon to finish it off. This will cool the grass down, the kids down, probably the dog, and maybe even the washing.

Like all living things grass needs plenty of water. Don’t wait until your lawn is brown and crunchy, then it’s too late. Watering should be done as you see the grass start to shrivel. But water is too expensive! I hear you say. It doesn’t need to be expensive. Using the Australian sprinkler is a time honoured tradition but use it sparingly(10 mins an area).
A great everyday tip-
washing machine water is great for your lawn, as is other grey water in your home. Get a hose and run it out!

And then for the major service for the year.if you have very poor, impoverished soil, top dressing is great. Again spring is a good time, but whenever you have the time and energy is great too. Top dressing is getting some good nutrient rich soil, (grab a fistfull of it and squeeze, if it sticks together it is good, again it should smell BAD) and spread it evenly across your lawn so that the leaves are popping through. Just before rain is a great time to do this as well, but water if you need to. The nutrients are driven into the root base giving the grass a great big hearty feed. Top dressing also gives you the chance to fill in any of those little holes or divets in your lawn and level your yard up.

Green is good. Green is healthy. Green is financially worth while. Green is Grass and grass is good.

Your lawn has the potential to be so much more than that thing you mow , it can be your entertainment area, your relaxation spot, the backyard stadium where games of vital importance are played and a safe haven for your family. Make it green, make it lush, sit back and watch the grass grow – relax.

Is 2024 the year that you turn your yard into a beautiful new Green lush lawn?

Hi, I’m Sarah. And I have decided I am not the type of person to make New Years resolutions, and stick to them. For so many years I have tried really hard to have good New Years resolutions. Resolutions like I will not eat so many hot chips. Or I will drink less wine, and much more water. Or I will exercise at least for an hour a day. I try to stick to them, but I usually only lasts about 2-3 weeks. One year I made the whole month.

Are you like me? Or are you the type of person who makes amazing New Years resolutions and sticks to them? Are you one of those amazing people I see in February who are still excising each morning? Maybe you are actually using your gym membership by going to the gym? Bravo to you! Or are you like me, who now just have good intentions?

Good Intentions are way more achievable I think. Good intentions are when you choose to do something and then you slowly work your way there. No rush or pressure. Just a really good feeling that you are going to do something good. One of my Good Intentions I am going to follow this year, is to make it as easy as possible for people to have a beautiful new lawn.

Nearly everyone I talk to loves a good green healthy lawn. While I have been talking with my friends over the New Years break they have been asking me so many questions about how to make their lawn better, or what would be the best new turf for their lawn that will be low maintenance and soft enough to sit on without a blanket.

After listening to these conversations over a bowl of hot chips and possibly a glass of wine, the Crew here at Coastal Turf and I have been working on easier ways for you to achieve your Good Intentions, or for those committed amazing people, your New Years Resolution of a beautiful new lawn.

For the people who are looking for a new lawn, we have an easy to use table to see which turf grass would suit you, making your choice easier and simpler. Then if you are one of this amazing people who are looking at the turf types between 7am to 3pm Monday to Friday, you can give us a call in the office and we can chat with you about your turf choices. You can then place your order with us in the office.

Or if like me, your Good Intentions get put on the back burner during the day, and you are looking for ways to fulfil your good intentions, (or your NEW YEARS Resolutions) after dark, head over to here and order your turf on line. Pick and choose the day you want delivery. Need something different, add it into the notes and we will see what we can do to help!

If your New Years Good Intention is to renovate your existing lawn into something brilliant, we got you! We have this amazing product called RENOVATE. You sprinkle it over your lawn and water in, and the fertiliser does all the work for you! New Years Resolution/ Good Intention done in one easy step. And if you are looking to get the job done even faster, then use our ENHANCE liquid fertiliser to take you lawn from dull to Brilliant Green over night. I love a quick easy tick to a resolution or good intention.

If your New Years Good intention is to kill as many lawn grubs as possible without cause pain or worry to yourself, Acelperyn GR just became your new best friend in the fight. Easy to apply and long lasting protection means more death to the lawn easters, and more time enjoying your lush lawn for you.

I think that this year, my Good Intentions of helping lawn owners be happier is much much more achievable than eating less hot chips; or drinking more water; or exercising consistently. I hope the crew and I here can help you achieve your lawn goals. Now, I think we both need to congratulate ourselves with a glass of wine….

Looking for a new lawn shouldn’t be daunting and hard, confusing, scary or complicated. It should be about talking to an expert and finding the best grass to become your new lawn. At Coastal Turf we have the right turf to become your new lawn. No matter what you want it for.

Will your new lawn be a place for your kids to play? Knowing that the soft, organic natural grass is the best place for them all to sit, learn and play? We have a grass for that.

Is it the green carpet between your home and your pool? Allowing the water to slowing drip off while on the walk from the pool inside again? We have the best turf for that.

Is your lawn your “Don’t worry about that spill” entertainment area? The place to watch, hang out with friends, or enjoy a BBQ and beverage, a chat around the fire pit or perhaps enjoy an outdoor movie night and not worry if someone spills their drink or popcorn when they get excited. We have the best grass for parties.

Is your lawn the perfect canvas for the perfect picture of your new life? New home new lawn? We have the best turf for that.

Or will your lawn be the best place to place an intense game of backyard footy, or cricket? Teaching the next generation of Commonwealth medalist’s how to perfect their skills. We have hard wearing kid tough grasses for that.

Is your grasses area the perfect place for your fur babies to relax in the sun? Or use the amenities? Our turf is tried and tested by our kids and dogs.

Or a place to reflect? And congratulate yourself on a job well done! We have easy care lawns just perfect for you.

Or is it the frame around your home? The inviting green that invites people to not only admire your home, but feel happy and relaxed as they walk in. We definitely have the grass for that.

Your lawn can have many different uses. Sometimes a backyard or front yard can be everything to you. The green lush grass around your home is the perfect place for you and your family to laugh, play and enjoy your home. At Coastal Turf we specialise in creating smiles for you and your family. Our team custom fit the right grass to your home so you can create memories at the sanctuary which is your home. No matter what you want to use it for.

Call us today to chat about which turf grass is best for your home.

Or have a look at our different grass types to see which one would suit your new home.

Only have a small yard? Don”t get a lot of light? But still really want the green soft area to look at and walk on with your bare feet?

Then I have the right grass for your yard! Palmetto Buffalo!

Small Yard?

Just because you only have a small are, does not mean you should miss out on having the Aussie dream of a grass area to love. Being a small area, you won’t really want to be out there mowing and watering all the time. The Palmetto buffalo requires a third of the mowing and watering of any other buffalo!

Low Light?

And just because you have neighbours who shade your yard from the harsh heat of the sun, or tress that give you all the privacy that you need, does not mean you have to miss our on the outside carpet! The Palmetto buffalo only needs 3 hours of direct sunlight per day. And that doesn’t have to be all at once. You can have bit on the morning, and a bit in the afternoon.

Want a lush fluffy lawn to walk on?

Of course you do! Why else do you install turf? Because you want the soft cushion of thick leaves underfoot, comforting your feet as you do boring things like hand out the washing, or exciting things like kicking the ball around.Palmetto Buffalo has a thick lush leaf that grows tight knot creating a beautiful green carpet for you and your family to enjoy. And because of the thick lush leaves, you are less likely to get air born weeds like bindis in your lawn.

Want proof that Palmetto Buffalo is perfect for you?

Then check out this video that Tony the Turfman created to show how to make a small yard beautiful with Palmetto buffalo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KtnsdAYDoQ

Contact us Now t get this happening at your place

Sare

I love How to Dad on Facebook. He is so funny. And I really wish he was around when my kids were small. They may not have turned my hair so grey.

In thinking about how his instructional videos help so many fathers and make mothers laugh, Tony the Turfman and Coastal Turf have made REAL instructional videos for installation of lawns, preparation of areas, and some about ta year on our farm. we have take a snap shot of the Turfman’s day and turned it into instructional videos.

You may have already seen some of these on our Facebook pages, Coastal Turf Facebook, but now we have a youtube “channel” I guess. Have a look at these videos and see what you think. But please remember I grow lawns and make them beautiful, I’m not so awesome at the whole Youtube thing yet.

Hopefully these links work. Coastal Turf Youtube

Chat soon,

And let me know what you think.

Sare

This week has been pretty exciting for me.

Coastal Turf and Tony the Turfman are great believers of being part of our community. And encouraging our kids, families, and friends to play games of all sorts on REAL GRASS. There are so many many health benefits of playing sport an a real natural surface like grass.

The bodily fluid absorption is a big one for me. My kids are the type of kids that although not extremely talented in any real sport, they throw their body on the line. I have told my daughter time and time again, especially as a small child, that skipping hand in hand with your best friend, although super fun and super cute, and probably quite talented, is not a real sport. If its not in the Olympics, its not a real sport. Where as Hockey, and football (of various varieties) are Olympic and Internationally recognised sports. And being children of a Turf Farmer and a Turfman being on REAL GRASS makes then especially appealing.

Take Football. I love that the Tweed area have started a Womens league for both Afl and NRL. I totally do not understand either of them. But we want to support them running on the grass, tackling on the grass and falling on the grass. Coastal Turf supply the Womens Tweed Coast Tigers with some Green couch for their oval. And support the Tweed Coast Tigers.

Go the Tigers! Love that Green Couch to run on and fall on.

The Tweed Coast Raiders Junior and the Senior teams are all supported by the Turfman. We believe that it is so  important to get kids out and playing sport so they will carry the love of REAL Grass and being outside playing sport on REAL GRASS for the rest of their lives.

Go Team TURFMAN!

Coastal Turf was very proud to support the Kingscliff Hockey Clubs juniors to arrange for them to all have a training shirt.

Nothing better than smiling faces of kids playing sport. So much fun.

So go out and enjoy your lawn. Train your future REAL GRASS players. And get them down to Kingy Hockey Club or Tweed Tigers or Tweed Coast Raiders and join them up to play on REAL GRASS some REAL sport.

Chat soon

Sare

PS Look for me at the next AFL Tweed Tigers game. And come over and explain to me what is happening, and appropriate times to cheer.