Plant Care and Maintenance

Professional plant care and maintenance for existing gardens including pruning, feeding, and health management.

Professional Plant Care and Maintenance

EcoMow's plant care and maintenance service focuses on keeping your existing plants healthy, thriving, and beautiful. We specialise in ongoing care for established gardens, including pruning, feeding, pest management, and general plant health maintenance to ensure your garden continues to flourish year-round.

🌱 Plant Care Benefits

  • Expert Assessment: Professional plant health evaluation
  • Proper Maintenance: Correct pruning and care techniques
  • Native Expertise: Specialised Australian native plant care
  • Soil Health: Ongoing soil improvement and nutrition
  • Preventive Care: Early problem identification and treatment

🌿 Our Maintenance Approach

  • Regular plant health monitoring
  • Seasonal care adjustments
  • Organic feeding programs
  • Sustainable maintenance methods
  • Ongoing care recommendations

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Plant Care Specialties by Type

🌿 Native Australian Plant Care

Specialised maintenance for indigenous species and their unique care requirements.

  • Grevillea and banksia pruning
  • Eucalyptus and melaleuca care
  • Native grass management
  • Acacia and hakea maintenance
  • Ground cover care and rejuvenation

🌳 Tree and Large Shrub Maintenance

Professional care for established trees and large shrubs including pruning and health management.

  • Shade tree pruning and care
  • Privacy screen maintenance
  • Feature tree health management
  • Large shrub pruning and shaping
  • Windbreak maintenance

🌸 Flowering Plants

Seasonal colour and pollinator-friendly flowering species.

  • Perennial flowering plants
  • Seasonal annuals
  • Bulbs and corms
  • Pollinator attracting species
  • Fragrant garden plants

🍃 Ground Covers

Low-maintenance plants for coverage and erosion control.

  • Dense coverage species
  • Slope stabilisation plants
  • Drought-tolerant varieties
  • Shade-tolerant ground covers
  • Living mulch alternatives

🥬 Productive Plants

Edible and useful plants for sustainable living.

  • Fruit trees and berry bushes
  • Herb gardens
  • Vegetable garden plantings
  • Native food plants
  • Companion planting systems

🌾 Grasses and Sedges

Texture and movement with water-wise grass species.

  • Ornamental native grasses
  • Wetland and bog plants
  • Drought-tolerant varieties
  • Feature grass specimens
  • Lawn alternatives

Professional Plant Health Assessment

Our Systematic Approach to Plant Care

Health Evaluation:

  • Plant health and vitality assessment
  • Pest and disease identification
  • Nutritional deficiency evaluation
  • Growth pattern assessment
  • Environmental stress indicators

Care Planning:

  • Pruning requirements and timing
  • Fertilising and feeding schedules
  • Watering and mulching needs
  • Seasonal care adjustments
  • Long-term maintenance planning

Australian Climate Zone Planting Guide

🌞 Tropical Zones

Northern Queensland, Northern Territory

  • Heat and humidity tolerant species
  • Monsoon-adapted plants
  • Year-round growing season
  • Pest and disease considerations
  • Rapid growth species selection

🔥 Arid and Semi-Arid

Central Australia, Western regions

  • Extreme drought tolerance essential
  • Heat and wind resistant varieties
  • Low water requirement species
  • Soil salinity considerations
  • Native desert adaptations

🌿 Temperate Zones

Southern Australia, coastal regions

  • Four distinct seasons
  • Moderate rainfall patterns
  • Cool-season growth opportunities
  • Frost tolerance requirements
  • Mediterranean climate adaptations

❄️ Cool Temperate

Tasmania, alpine regions

  • Cold tolerance essential
  • Snow and frost adaptations
  • Short growing seasons
  • Wind protection needs
  • Alpine and cool-climate species

🌊 Coastal Zones

All coastal regions of Australia

  • Salt and wind tolerance
  • Sandy soil adaptations
  • Erosion control species
  • Maritime climate conditions
  • Coastal native communities

🌲 Mountain Regions

Great Dividing Range, Snowy Mountains

  • High altitude adaptations
  • Extreme weather tolerance
  • Rocky soil conditions
  • Snow load considerations
  • Alpine plant communities

Our Professional Plant Care Process

1

Comprehensive Plant Assessment

Thorough evaluation of plant health, growth patterns, and environmental conditions affecting your plants.

2

Care Plan Development

Customised maintenance schedule including pruning, feeding, and treatment recommendations for each plant type.

3

Soil Health Improvement

Assessment and improvement of soil conditions through organic matter addition and proper nutrition management.

4

Professional Maintenance

Expert pruning, feeding, and care techniques applied at optimal timing for plant health and vitality.

5

Ongoing Monitoring

Regular assessment and adjustment of care programs to ensure continued plant health and garden success.

Australian Seasonal Plant Care Calendar

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Spring

September - November

  • Warm-season species
  • Fast-growing annuals
  • Frost-tender plants
  • Vegetable garden establishment
  • Pre-summer installation
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Summer

December - February

  • Limited planting period
  • Drought-tolerant species only
  • Container plants preferred
  • Intensive watering required
  • Heat-loving tropicals
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Autumn

March - May

  • Optimal planting season
  • Cool-season species
  • Tree and shrub planting
  • Native plant communities
  • Establishment before winter
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Winter

June - August

  • Cool-climate regions only
  • Bare-root plant season
  • Deciduous tree planting
  • Minimal growth period
  • Planning and preparation

Ongoing Plant Health and Maintenance

Comprehensive Year-Round Care

Watering Program:

  • Deep, infrequent watering
  • Daily monitoring first month
  • Gradual reduction of frequency
  • Root zone focus
  • Seasonal adjustment

Growth Support:

  • Mulching for moisture retention
  • Staking tall plants if needed
  • Protection from wind and pests
  • Light fertilising program
  • Pruning for shape development

Monitoring Tasks:

  • Weekly health assessment
  • Pest and disease watch
  • Growth rate evaluation
  • Stress indicator identification
  • Adjustment recommendations

Environmental Benefits of Professional Planting

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Native Ecosystem Support

Native plants provide habitat and food sources for indigenous wildlife and beneficial insects.

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Water Conservation

Climate-appropriate species reduce water requirements and support sustainable gardening practices.

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Carbon Sequestration

Trees and plants capture atmospheric carbon, contributing to climate change mitigation.

Ready to Optimise Your Garden's Health?

Keep your existing plants thriving with professional care and maintenance that ensures long-term garden health and beauty.

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