Weeds have a way of appearing overnight. One week your garden beds look settled, and the next there's a green tide of fast-growing invaders pushing in around your plants.
Escape Yard helps homeowners from Alstonville to Byron Bay and Lismore take their gardens back, one bed at a time.
Why weeds love it here
Warmth, humidity and regular rain are wonderful for gardens, and they're just as wonderful for weeds. Many of the common culprits grow fast, seed freely and return quickly if they're only chopped off at the surface. That's why good weeding is about more than appearance: it's about removing the problem properly so you're not back at square one in a fortnight.
How we tackle it
- Hand-weeding in garden beds, so your good plants are protected
- Removing weeds from paving cracks, edges and borders
- Pulling out roots where we can, not just the leafy tops
- Clearing everything away and leaving beds neat and ready for mulch
We pay attention to what's growing, because the right approach depends on the weed. Some come out easily by hand, while others need persistence or a follow-up visit. We'll be straight about what's realistic.
Keep it from coming back
Weeding works best alongside a few good habits. A fresh layer of mulch smothers new seedlings and holds moisture for the plants you actually want. Healthy, regularly mown lawn crowds out invaders. If you'd like, we can combine weeding with mulching or ongoing garden maintenance so the work lasts.
A cleaner, calmer garden
There's something deeply satisfying about a bed where every plant has room to breathe. That's the result we're after.
Frequently asked questions
Do you weed lawns as well as garden beds?
Yes. We can tackle weeds in beds, borders, paths and edges, and we'll advise on lawn weeds when you request your quote.
How often should I have the garden weeded?
In the warm, wet months, a regular visit keeps things manageable. A one-off clear-out is a good place to start for an overgrown garden.
Will you damage my existing plants?
We work carefully around them, and hand-weeding in beds helps protect what you want to keep.