The Jurlique Farm at Biggs Flat in the Adelaide Hills is where the companies botanicals are grown and it’s also where new kangaroo exclusion fencing has been installed to humanely protect its crops from foraging roos in a safe and humane way. Since 1985, Jurlique has built a global reputation as one of the best […]
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A bigger, better lawn mowing service for your rural garden in the Adelaide Hills
Spring has sprung we think, we hope! We’ve taken delivery of a flash new John Deere Zero Turn Mower with a 60-inch cutter deck! You heard right – 60 whole inches!! Poddy and the team at Adelaide Hills Farm Services are ready to take on your large scale rural gardens either as a once-off for […]
3 Unexpected Benefits of Reducing your Bushfire Risk in the Adelaide Hills this Summer
If you’re a resident of the Adelaide Hills, chances are you either experienced the devastating Cudlee Creek Bushfires of 2019, or you’ve seen the long-lasting damage they did to the surrounding landscapes. With a chance of similar conditions this summer, it’s never been so important to reduce the risk of a bushfire on your property. […]
Divine Intervention for Salvation Jane: How to Get the Curse Under Control
Salvation Jane is one of the most common weeds in the Adelaide Hills, blanketing the landscape with its distinctive purple flowers in spring. As a declared weed, landholders are obliged to manage it. If you’ve ever wondered how to control it, we’ve got you covered. Also known as Paterson’s Curse, Salvation Jane is a winter […]
Pods and Belle on The Adelaide Show Podcast
We’ve been lucky enough to have been featured on the popular and long-running podcast, The Adelaide Show, in a special feature episode, Hills Of Dreams, about life in the Adelaide Hills, especially in relation to dealing with bushfire risk. Host Steve Davis, whom I’ve known for many years, drew out plenty of stories about our […]
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