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Best time to lay turf in Melbourne for a new lawn

November 11 2025

The best time to lay turf in Melbourne and across Victoria is during spring or early autumn, when the soil is warm and moisture levels help new turf establish quickly. Laying turf in these moderate seasons gives your lawn the best chance to take root before the temperature extremes of summer or winter. In Victoria’s cool-temperate climate, turf laid in spring benefits from longer daylight hours and consistent rainfall, while autumn offers cooler days that reduce stress on new grass. Avoid laying…

Bairnsdale Pick up Disclaimer

Bairnsdale Pick Up Waiver/ Disclaimer Bairnsdale Pick Up Waiver/ DisclaimerPLEASE READ CAREFULLYBy the read receipt acknowledgement of this email, you are agreeing that Lilydale Instant Lawn shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from picking up turf from our Bairnsdale Farm.I understand that when picking up instant lawn at Lilydale Instant Lawn’s Bairnsdale location, and choosing to either be loaded by Lilydale Instant Lawn’s fork…

Yarra Glen Pick up Disclaimer

Yarra Glen Pick up Disclaimer Yarra Glen Pick Up Waiver/ Disclaimer Yarra Glen Pick Up Waiver/ Disclaimer PLEASE READ CAREFULLY You are agreeing that Lilydale Instant Lawn shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from picking up turf from our Yarra Glen Farm.I understand that when picking up instant lawn at Lilydale Instant Lawn’s Yarra Glen location, and choosing to either be loaded by Lilydale Instant Lawn’s forklift in your vehicl…

Buffalo vs Zoysia Grass: Which lawn is best for you?

December 18 2025

Buffalo grass and Zoysia grass are two of Australia's most popular warm-season turf varieties, each offering unique benefits for home lawns and commercial spaces. Buffalo grass (including well-known varieties like Sir Walter Buffalo) is admired for its broad leaf, shade tolerance, and resilience under heavy use. Zoysia grass (such as Empire Zoysia and Sir Grange) is recognised for its fine leaf, low maintenance needs, and luxurious appearance.When comparing Zoysia vs Buffalo grass, the righ…

Garry Lusk

Garry Lusk With over 40 years in the turf industry, Garry leads Lilydale Instant Lawn as Managing Director, driving innovation, growth, and a customer-first culture. About Garry Garry has been part of Lilydale Instant Lawn since its beginning. He started by rolling turf up by hand and has grown with the business as it has become one of Victoria’s leading turf suppliers.As Managing Director, Garry’s day-to-day is all about people. He values connection and spends much of his time talking with staf…

Darren Wightman

Darren Wightman With a background in horticulture and logistics, he combines technical know-how with a strong focus on customer service, ensuring every delivery is safe, reliable, and stress-free. About Darren Though new to the turf industry, Darren has worked his entire career in horticulture and logistics. This experience gives him a unique perspective and a strong foundation for his role at Lilydale Instant Lawn.For Darren, being a driver is about more than transport. He sees himself as a cus…

Denise Lusk

Denise Lusk With over 27 years in the turf industry, Denise leads OHS and HR, focusing on building a safe, supportive, high-performing workplace where people thrive. About Denise Denise has seen Lilydale Instant Lawn grow and evolve for nearly three decades, and she’s been part of that journey every step of the way. In her role as OHS-HR Manager, she ensures that the team continues to learn and grow personally and professionally while creating a safer and stronger workforce.A self-described “peo…

Sue Smith

Sue Smith As Sales Administrator at Lilydale Instant Lawn, Sue works closely with the sales team and customers to ensure every order and interaction is handled smoothly. About Sue Sue plays a vital role in the customer journey, making sure the process of ordering and receiving Lilydale turf is as seamless as possible. From processing orders and coordinating deliveries to providing support for the sales team, she thrives on keeping things organised and efficient.Her friendly approach and problem-…

Our Farms

Our Farms: Where Quality Turf is Grown Lilydale Instant Lawn operates three world-class turf farms across Victoria, combining decades of experience with sustainable farming and research-led practices. Quality checks before every harvest Smart water and farm management practices Fresh harvest timing for better establishment Turf varieties grown for performance Our farming philosophy At Lilydale Instant Lawn, turf farming is guided by responsibility, innovation and care for the land. Across our Vi…

Pakenham Farm

Pakenham Farm: Premium Instant Lawn Grown in Victoria Grown at our two Pakenham farms, this premium Victorian turf is harvested fresh to order, ensuring better quality, consistency, and a dependable supply. About our Pakenham farms Lilydale Instant Lawn’s Pakenham farms are a key part of how we supply fresh, premium turf across serviced Victorian regions. With two farms in Pakenham, we’re able to grow high-quality instant lawn at scale while maintaining the consistency homeowners, landscapers an…