Hi @simonelouise,
I don't think synthetic grass would be too difficult.
The majority of the work is about base preparation, so assuming you put the work in to get a nice compact surface, you can certainly lay synthetic turf
Check out How To Lay Synthetic Turf for an idea of what is involved.
You could also turn the area into a garden bed using a variety of ground cover plants and medium-sized plants to create some depth.
Some good choices for native ground covers that would be good in Newcastle are as follows -
- Creeping Boobialla - forms a dense mat of foliage, tolerates both drought and coastal conditions, and produces small white flowers in summer.
- Dichondra Repens - a native trailing plant that works beautifully between stepping stones or under taller plants in shadier spots.
- Scaevola Aemula - a hardy, fast-spreading native with vibrant blue to purple fan-shaped flowers that bloom profusely through the warmer months.
For mid-sized plants -
- Coastal Rosemary - grows to about 1.5 metres and is ideal as a feature shrub or low hedge with grey foliage and dainty flowers.
- Callistemons - hardy Australian natives known for their vibrant, brush-like flowers that attract birds and thrive in a range of sunny, well-drained conditions.
- Grevilleas - offer a slightly larger form (1–2 metres), vibrant flowers, and good bird-attracting value.
Let me know what you think.
Jacob
