Nobody Fights Over Whose Turn It Is
Shared gardens in strata buildings always end the same way—nobody does anything because everyone assumes someone else will. Then the garden looks rubbish and people start passive-aggressive emails. Hiring pros for strata garden maintenance means there’s actually someone responsible who shows up when they’re supposed to. No more arguments at body corporate meetings.
They Know What They’re Doing
I killed three native plants last year trying to “help” our strata garden. Turns out grevilleas don’t like being drowned. Professionals actually know which plants need what, when to prune stuff, and how to stop things dying. They’ve seen every problem before and know how to fix it without YouTube tutorials.
It Looks Good All Year
Ever notice how some apartment buildings have gardens that always look mint, while others go through phases of looking great then absolutely tragic? That’s the difference between professional care and residents doing bits here and there when they remember. Consistent expert garden maintenance means your place doesn’t look embarrassing when people visit.
Saves Money Long Term
Sounds backwards paying someone when residents could theoretically do it themselves. But how much does replacing dead plants cost? Or fixing irrigation nobody knew was broken? Professionals spot problems early—like that dodgy sprinkler head or pest issue starting—before they become expensive disasters. My building saved two grand last year because the gardener noticed root rot before it spread.
Equipment and Supplies Sorted
Who owns the hedge trimmer? Where’s the fertilizer? Does anyone have a decent mower? When you hire professionals, this stops being your problem. They rock up with everything needed, use it properly, and you’re not stuck storing a whipper snipper in your apartment or arguing about who’s paying for mulch.
Residents Can Actually Enjoy the Space
When the garden’s someone else’s job, people use it more. They’ll sit out there, kids play on the grass, folks use the BBQ area. When it’s a collective responsibility that nobody handles properly, the space just becomes this neglected eyesore everyone avoids. A good-looking, well-maintained garden gets used. A scrappy one doesn’t.
Property Value Stays Up
Potential buyers or renters checking out apartments absolutely notice the gardens. Tatty common areas scream “poorly managed building” and people offer less or walk away completely. Regular professional strata garden maintenance keeps your property looking like somewhere people want to live. First impressions matter, and the garden’s usually the first thing people see.
