04/11/2021
After 10 wonderful years in business, Nathan and the team at Crown Lawn's would like to announce the decision has been made to end all services, and shift our focus to other projects.
Our scheduling team has been in contact with all of our valued clients individually to notify of the change, and to reassure you that you have been left in the capable hands of Vic from Vic's Mowing. If for some reason you haven't seen any communication, please contact the office on 08 6559 5675 & ask for Nicole.
Lastly, Nathan and the entire Crown team would like to sincerely thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your loyalty and support over the duration of the past decade. Without you, we wouldn't be where we are today.
We will miss your warm greetings & beautiful gardens πΈ
Thank you! π
01/10/2021
Today we say a MASSIVE Happy 10th Birthday to Crown Lawns by sharing in some afternoon tea.
A decade in business is something worth celebrating π₯³
Congratulations to Nathan & the Team for your dedication & passion over the past ten years. ππ
09/09/2021
R U OK? Day 2021π€βππ
R U OK? DAY || Today is R U OK? Day 2021. βοΈπ
A day designed to put mental health under the spotlight and encourage us to connect and check in with loved ones, friends & colleagues. With the current climate in our country, it is more crucial than ever to grab a coffee with that friend, have a Friday drink with a work colleague or make that phone call to your interstate family member. βοΈ
That one question can make ALL the difference. Here's some tips when asking..
βοΈActively listen to their answer, without judgement
βοΈEncourage them to take action
βοΈMake a time to check back in
To find more information on how to help someone or seek help for yourself, you can go to https://www.ruok.org.au/
Here at UGC Group we are sharing some home made cupcakes, and playing a 'Guess the amount of Banana's in the jar' game. Conversation starters to get our team talking. π€π
05/09/2021
Wishing all the Dad's, soon to be Dad's & Step-Dad's out there a very HAPPY FATHER'S DAY from the Team at Crown Lawns. π
We hope your day is filled with lots of lawn mowing (such as below π₯°), beers, great food (Bunning's do a great snag), and lots of love from your beautiful children. πΊπ
We think your a cut above the rest βπΏ
31/08/2021
DO YOU LOVE WORKING OUTDOORS & ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LEADING A TEAM?
Crown Lawns is a multifaceted landscape company based out of our depot in CANNING VALE.
We are a rapidly expanding business, specialising in landscape and irrigation design, commercial and residential construction and maintenance who pride ourselves on diversity in the workplace.
We are currently seeking a suitably qualified individual who is passionate about the industry, has a great attitude and can use initiative to see the potential for growth.
All applicants must have a demonstrated background in horticulture, working in landscaping, parks and gardens, and turf industries.
SELECTION CRITERIA
-Minimum of 2 years relevant landscape maintenance experience and/or trade qualification in Parks & Gardens or Horticulture
-Experience with hand mowers, brush cutters, blowers, hand tools and power tools.
-Have a valid MANUAL drivers licence
-Hold a current white card
-First Aid Certificate (an advantage)
-MR Truck Licence (an advantage)
-Strong Commitment to safe work practices
-Capacity to work in all weather conditions
-Ability to effectively lead and promote a team culture
-High level of personal work standards
Ability to maintain relationships with clients, management, and team members
RESPONSIBILITIES
-Maintenance of turf/gardens and irrigation for a range of clients
-Pest and disease management
-Delivering a high-quality end product to exceed client's expectations
-Meet timelines and budgets
-Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
>Above award salary
>Great team culture
>Opportunities for career development and ongoing training
>All necessary equipment provided
>Full uniform provided
>Work mobile provided whilst on the job
Please address the minimum selection criteria in a cover letter, attaching your resume and qualifications.
Applications close on the 30th September 2021. UGC Group reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.
To learn more about UGC Group visit our website - www.ugcgroup.com.au
28/08/2021
If you are looking to include more Australian Natives in your garden, here are some great native substitutes for well-loved garden varieties, that wont impact on the surrounding bush when they escape! π±π»
Image 1 - Native Wisteria (Hardenbergia comptoniana), instead of Wisteria
Image 2 - Tussock Grass (Poa Labillardierei), instead of Founatin Grass
Image 3 - Blue Lechenaultia (Lechenaultia bilboa), instead of Veldt Daisy
26/08/2021
Succulents come in such a vast aray of colours and shapes, and are renowned for their hardiness. There is many many ways to get creative with a succulent garden, from cinder blocks (pictured below), to bird baths, logs, and terraniums.
Suited to both indoors and outdoors, see below for some key tips when caring for succulents;
-Make sure they are getting enough light
-Water the soil directly
-Keep succulents clean
-Ensure they have adequate draining
-Don't be afraid to prune
Now go forth and enjoy the wonderfully creative world of being a succulent owner ! π±βοΈπ§
20/08/2021
We couldn't resist sharing this marriage tip π€£Maybe wiser to leave the mowing up to us, so you can get back to the important things π
HAPPY FRIDAY from the team at Crown Lawns π»
18/08/2021
The hand w**ding master Micah, getting his hands dirty for a commercial client. A little rain never hurt nobody! π±βοΈ
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16/08/2021
Keep Australia Beautiful Week runs from 16-22 August.
This years theme is around plastic and how we can minimise its single use by learning how we can reuse and recycle this material so it doesnβt become a pollutant.π₯€β»οΈ
Here at Crown Lawns & UGC Group, we are dedicated to reuse and recycling of as many of our plastic consumables as possible to do our part and reduce our impact on the environment.π±
Head to www.kabc.wa.gov.au/campaigns/keep-australia-beautiful-week to see how you can get involved an make a positive impact on your local environment ππ³β»οΈ
Keep Australia Beautiful Week | Keep Australia Beautiful WA
Striving for a litter-free Western Australia we have a range of fun, exciting and innovative programs in which everyone can participate.
14/08/2021
Ain't that the truth! Have a beautiful weekend everyone! From the garden loving team at Crown Lawns π±ππ΄π»
10/08/2021
TURF W**D MANAGEMENT π±
With all the fantastic rain of late, one thing that does become prevalent are those pesky w**ds in your beautiful lawn.π§
Luckily, majority of w**ds that poke up their heads during winter rains can be easily handled.
Below are a few tips to ensure your lawn continues to be the envy of the street.π€©
For common broadleaf w**ds like clover, bindii, cudw**d, fleabane, or dandelion a simple broadleaf herbicide such as Bow & Arrow is great get a handle on these w**ds.π
Ensuring you do not mow the lawn for 48 hours prior to application and avoiding rain for at least 24 hours after applying will ensure the best possible results.π§
Avoiding windy conditions when applying broad leaf spray is a must, as drift can damage other plants in your garden causing off target damage.π¨
Here is to a w**d free lawn during winter!ππΏβοΈ
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