If you own a home in Kellyville, there is a good chance you have a big garden.
Many Kellyville homes do, and with the Sydney climate, you can make the most of it with a garden you can enjoy all year round.
Before we share the right plants for the Sydney climate and some tips for keeping your garden looking good, there are two things to keep in mind.
What do you use your garden for?
The first thing to consider is how you use your garden. Is it a play space for the kids? Is it a relaxing spot for reading or pottering? Do you host outdoor parties?
Knowing your garden’s purpose will lead to different decisions about how to plan your outdoor area and what plants make sense. For example, if you entertain or if the kids run around a lot, you will want more open spaces and less dense greenery.
If your garden is a place of quiet contemplation, consider creating secluded areas with your planning.
How green is your thumb?
Of course, your love of gardening (or lack thereof) will also make a difference to your backyard.
Avid gardeners love a challenge and can cope with the hit and miss nature of growing flowers and other plants. If you have time to spare, you might enjoy overseeing a kitchen garden and growing herbs, fruit and vegetables. However, for those less interested in planting and pruning, it’s better to speak with your local nursery about plants that don’t need a lot of attention beyond sunshine and water.
Choose your plants for a beautiful Kellyville garden
The best plants to choose for a Kellyville garden are natives. It stands to reason that natives grow better in Australia than other plants because they have evolved to live in our soil.
There are other advantages to planting natives:
- They are environmentally friendly: There is no risk of introducing an invasive species to the local environment.
- They are home to native species: You can encourage Australian birds and bees to take up residence in your garden.
- They use less water: Water conservation is not only environmentally sound, it also can help financially. It can also be useful if you aren’t the most diligent gardener because your native plants will be able to live on rainwater alone.
- Low maintenance: Because they have evolved to grow in Australia, robust native plants need much less time and care invested in them. Growing delicate European plants in an Aussie environment can mean a lot of time and effort simply to keep them alive.
What to plant in winter
There are so many native plants you can choose from to keep your Kellyville garden thriving in winter, but here are a few to get you started:
- Grevilleas work well in Kellyville gardens thanks to their good looks and resilience, and they even bloom in the winter. The local bird population will love them, and they also come in an array of shapes and sizes so they can fit in any garden. Add to this their drought resistance and low-maintenance nature, and you can see why they are a perfect match for your native garden.
- The iconic Kangaroo Paw may be the state flower of Western Australia, but it grows extremely well in NSW gardens. The vibrant, claw-shaped flowers come in shades of red, yellow, and green and can be a vibrant addition to any garden.
- Another Aussie icon, the trusty Banksia is known for its unique and striking flower spikes. Banksias add a dramatic touch to any garden and attract wild birds at the same time, as they’re a great source of food for them during the winter.
- Acacias, commonly known as Wattles, make winter more colourful in Australia with their golden blooms. Acacias are highly adaptable and can thrive in a range of soil types, including the sandy soils often found in Kellyville.
How to get started
If you are scratching your head when it comes to creating a beautiful outdoor space, head to your local nursery.
PlantsPlus in Cumberland is an excellent place to start. Mention the type of garden you want, your budget and who uses it, and they can steer you in the right direction.
The Bidjiwong Community Nursery offers residents of the Hills Shire four free plants per year for their property. These plants are native to Australia and local to the Hills Shire, which makes them suitable to our conditions, soil and local wildlife. When the plants grow, they also provide great shade canopy for residents and the community.
Before you go…
When you list your home for sale, the backyard definitely counts towards the first impression, especially for buyers who have families. When you make steady investments on a well-laid out and lush outdoor area, you’ll help your home to keep and improve its value. Low-maintenance plants make sense to buyers, and think about how you can optimise the space for children and guests to enjoy.
Want help to sell your Kellyville home? Contact Notable Property today.
