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Seasonal Planting Guide And Tips For Perth Climate
As landscape gardeners, we understand the importance of choosing the right garden plants and softscaping elements for the Perth climate. Perhaps you find yourself asking questions such as: What should I plant now in Perth? Which summer vegetables are best in Western...
Top Features And Designs To Enhance Your Perth Garden
Creating a stunning garden in Perth can be a fun and exciting process. Whether starting from scratch or looking to enhance your existing garden, many features and designs can take your outdoor space to the next level. In this article, we'll cover some top features and...
Australian Landscaping Trends In 2023
Australian landscaping trends are constantly evolving, and 2023 is shaping up to be an exciting year for garden and landscape design. Here are some of Looking Good Landscaping‘s top Australian landscaping trends to look out for in 2023.
Why Softscaping Is Essential To Your Garden
You might not know that “softscaping” is a landscape design term referring to the living plants and organic elements used in landscaping. We are passionate about softscaping at Looking Good Landscaping, as we know the impact of well-selected plants on your garden....
Identifying Different Garden Soil
As experienced landscapers in Perth, WA, we are familiar with various soil types common in the West. While it might be easy to assume that all Perth soil is sandy, soil type differs across the state, so we thought we’d look in closer detail at common soil types and...
Hardscaping and Softscaping Work Perfectly Together
Quality landscape design utilises hardscaping and softscaping elements wisely, creating outdoor spaces that meet your needs and showcase your home. As experts in landscape architecture, Looking Good Landscaping uses hardscaping and softscaping in transformative...
Why Should You Install Reticulation In Your Garden?
Before you spend time and money planting your garden, the first step is ensuring you can keep it alive! Installing a waterwise reticulation system is a failsafe way to ensure your garden receives the correct amount of hydration over the hot Perth summer and is the...
Outdoor paving or steppers or concrete finishes?
If you’re planning to completely redesign your outdoor area, you will need to decide which type of flooring material you will use. Outdoor pavers, steppers and concrete finishes are all popular options, for good reason. Whether you want to create a patio, a path to...
Garden Landscape Design For Your Pets
A beautiful garden should also offer a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience for the furry members of the family. At Looking Good Landscaping we know pets are an important factor in landscape design, reticulation, and garden maintenance. Our goal is to ensure your...
7 Commercial Landscaping Design Ideas
Creating a landscape design for commercial buildings can be one of the most effective ways to enhance your business image and brand values. We have compiled seven ways to improve the curb appeal of your business through landscape architecture. Focus on Signage If...
5 Reasons Why You Need To Hire Landscape Experts
There is no doubt that a beautifully landscaped garden can completely transform a property, creating an oasis in your own backyard. However, with the growing DIY gardening trends and homeowners often focusing on the internal aspects of a property, gardens are often...
How To Have A Zen Inspired Garden
There's no denying the world turned upside-down as everyone grappled with the impact of COVID-19. As more and more people report feeling stressed, it's the perfect time to think about how you can bring elements of calm and relaxation to your garden. Creating peaceful,...
Reticulation & Watering Guide (Updated 2024)
We all know that WA's water supply is subject to the demands of our rapidly growing population. Our dams depend on winter rain to help them fill, and if we don't get enough, our water supply is affected. The climate here in sunny WA continues to warm up, so the...
10 Garden Landscaping Tips This Summer
Summer in Australia generally means endless blue skies, long warm days, and hours of sunshine to enjoy. But all that harsh heat, combined with a lack of rainfall and water, can leave your garden in a little bit of distress. Whether you’re looking to install new...
Sustainable Landscaping Ideas and Principles
Sustainable landscape design isn’t a new concept, but it is one that has become increasingly popular in Australian gardens. A landscape designed with sustainable principles can survive and thrive in the Australian climate without relying on precious and...