Buchanan Turf Supplies

25/06/2026

🌱 Meet the Team - Tim 🌱

We recently asked Jason Hodges: "Myth or Fact - Does Tim have a twin?"

You'll have to watch the video below for his answer (we're staying out of the salary negotiations!).

The truth is, Tim just works that hard. One minute he's mowing, the next he's harvesting, spraying or preparing paddocks. We often joke that he's in two places at once.

Tim grew up on a cattle farm near Kimbriki and has spent almost three decades in horticulture, including 23 years managing bowling greens, golf courses and sports fields.

Today he's our resident greenkeeper, qualified spray technician and all-round turf perfectionist, helping keep our paddocks in top condition so our turf leaves the farm looking its best.

Outside of work you'll usually find him playing lawn bowls, having a round of golf, or practising on the TifTuf putting green he built at home.

When we asked Tim what he enjoys most about working at Buchanan Turf, his answer was simple: "Being outdoors and having good people to work with."

We feel pretty lucky to have him on the team💚

24/06/2026

Did you know you can pick up turf directly from our farm?

If you're local, simply place your order online at www.buchananturf.com.au or give us a call on 02 4930 0159 and collect fresh cut turf straight from the paddock.

We do ask that you give us a call the day before you'd like to collect so we can have everything ready for you. A little extra notice is always appreciated during busy periods!

Need help loading? No worries. If your ute, trailer or truck can safely fit a standard turf pallet, we can usually forklift it straight on for you. Just let us know when ordering so we can have your turf prepared for forklift loading.

Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm. Collections outside these hours can sometimes be arranged, however these will generally need to be hand loaded as staff and machinery may not be available.

📞 02 4930 0159
📍 133 Flat Rd, Bolwarra
🌐 www.buchananturf.com.au

19/06/2026

Think it's too late to lay turf? Think again!

In over 50 years of turf farming, Brent says this is the latest into June he's ever had to keep mowing. And if we're still mowing - that means the grass is still growing.

The warm conditions we've had this season mean lawns are continuing to establish and grow well, making now a great time to lay turf

Ready for a new lawn?
🌱 Order online 24/7 at www.buchananturf.com.au
📞 Or give us a call on (02) 4930 0159, Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.

15/06/2026

12/06/2026

Save 5% on your turf order without promo codes, loyalty cards or secret handshakes.

Watch the video to see just how easy it is 🌱

09/06/2026

Winter can be a great time to lay turf - but it does depend on the variety.

We often hear people say they'll wait until spring before installing a new lawn, but winter has some surprising advantages like lower water requirements and less heat stress.

That said, not all turf varieties behave the same way in winter.
In the past, we have carried out our own trials with Zoysia varieties, including Sir Grange and Zoysia Australis. While the turf survived the colder conditions, we found it didn't establish roots effectively over winter. Because of this, we won't be recommending or selling these varieties during the colder months.

Sir Walter DNA Certified, TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda and Eureka Kikuyu, however, will all continue to establish through winter conditions - it just takes a little longer than it would during the warmer months.
Your lawn may not green up as quickly as it would in summer, but with the right variety, roots will continue developing and be ready to take off when the warmer weather arrives.

So, if you're thinking about a new lawn this year, don't write off winter just yet!

Order online at www.buchananturf.com.au to receive 5% off.

05/06/2026

"It's winter, I can stop watering... right?"
Not necessarily. Here's what Jason Hodges recommends:

01/06/2026

Sending emails while unsupervised (part 2).

29/05/2026

🌱 FUN FACT FRIDAY 🌱

Have you been seeing this w**d pop up around your place lately?
Well, did you know that purslane aka pig w**d (Portulaca oleracea) is actually completely edible?

It's considered a highly nutritious "superfood", and every part of the plant can be eaten - including the leaves, stems, flowers and even the seeds. Apparently, it tastes similar to lettuce with a slightly tangy flavour... although we still probably wouldn't recommend harvesting your lawn w**ds for dinner 😅

If purslane has popped up in your lawn, the best way to remove small amounts is by chipping it out by hand.

The good news? Purslane generally only takes hold in sparse or thin lawns. A thick, healthy lawn is your best defence. Regular mowing encourages lateral growth, helping your lawn spread and thicken naturally so w**ds have less room to establish.

If there's too much to remove manually, a herbicide such as Bow & Arrow can be used on established lawns.⚠️ Just remember: never spray newly laid turf, as herbicides can damage immature grass.

Follow Buchanan Turf Supplies for more lawn tips, seasonal advice and turf facts.

28/05/2026

A few recent customer installs featuring Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo and TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda across NSW.

Cut fresh from the farm, delivered direct, and looking right at home 🌱