Don't get crabby, get saving.
Marty the Mud Crab is here to help you save the most water with the least effort. His three top tips are easy to follow: check your home for leaks, give your irrigation a quick once-over, and follow the 3, 2, 1 watering guide to stop overwatering. Small changes like these can save a lot of water (and money).
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We have developed a Top End specific irrigation guide to support gardeners to get the most out of their Territory garden.
We have developed a Red Centre specific irrigation guide to support keen gardeners to get the most out of the garden while remaining water wise.
We have developed a Top End specific irrigation guide to support gardeners to get the most out of their Territory garden.
We have developed a Red Centre specific irrigation guide to support keen gardeners to get the most out of the garden while remaining water wise.
Don’t get crabby, get saving When it comes to saving water at home, we’ve teamed up with some iconic Territory critters, to give you a helping hand! Marty the Mud Crab has three top tips for saving [...]
Our smart, water-wise gardening tips will help you grow resilient gardens, save water, and keep plants thriving in a hot, dry climate.
Ever wondered where Alice Springs gets its water? We rely on a massive underground aquifer, but it’s not being refilled to meet our demand.
To make your existing irrigation system ‘smart’, the first step is to determine what type of irrigation system you currently have. Generally there are two types: Standard (central automated) [...]
If you’ve noticed pools of water in your garden or dry patches on your lawn, your irrigation system might need fine tuning.
Not sure how much to water your garden? You’re not alone. With different plants and sprinkler systems to consider, it can get confusing. But it doesn’t have to be.
Peter has lived in the Territory for over 43 years, with 10 years in the bush and the last 30 years in Virginia. He loves the dry season and storms in the wet.
Rainwater tanks are a great way to capture and store water for later use, but they’re not the most effective way to reduce potable (drinkable) water use.
Before you grab your gloves and head to the nursery, take a moment to think about the plants that will really thrive in your patch.
Having been in the domestic gardening, landscaping and irrigation business for more than 30 years there isn’t much Peter hasn’t seen. Get to know more about the man behind the mower.