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  • local expertise

    Complete front yard makeover

    Years of car parking and neglect cleared out, fresh soil laid, and finished with 50m² of lush Sir Walter Buffalo.

  • sustainable farming

    Superior performance

    Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo chosen on reputation, proven results across the neighbourhood and beyond.

  • reliable delivery

    Reliable delivery

    Driver dropped the turf right next to the lay site. No fuss, no delays, no wasted time.

  • climate ready

    Climate tough

    Wide soft blades that hold their colour and keep the street frontage looking sharp through every season.

  • lifetime support

    Lifetime support

    The care didn't stop at delivery. Lilydale's follow-up after the sale is what brought Peter's daughter back as a customer.

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Avalon front yard goes from car park to street-front showpiece with Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo

For this Avalon front yard, Peter transformed a neglected, car-parked space into a lush, welcoming lawn that the whole neighbourhood has taken notice of. With 50m² of Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo laid in February 2026, the project turned years of mess into a green, well-presented street frontage, and gave his mother-in-law a beautiful outlook from her bedroom window.

  • Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo installation across the full front yard
  • Driveway concreted simultaneously, allowing the front to be excavated and prepared in one go
  • Full transformation completed with turf delivered directly to the lay site
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How we brought the project to life

With the driveway being concreted at the same time, the timing worked perfectly to get the front yard excavated and cleared in one go. Peter laid a healthy base of fresh soil before the turf arrived, giving it the best possible foundation to establish quickly. The delivery driver dropped the QWELTS right alongside the lay site, making the whole installation straightforward and efficient.

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The front yard had been used as a car park for years and it showed. Peter wanted to give the street frontage a proper makeover, something that looked great, fitted in with the neighbourhood, and gave his mother-in-law a pleasant outlook from her bedroom at the front of the house. It was as much about the community feel of the street as it was about the property itself.

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Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo was the clear choice based on Peter's research and the firsthand results his mates had already seen. For a front yard that needed to look consistently good with minimal upkeep, Sir Walter's thick coverage, strong colour retention, and proven track record made it the right variety for the job.

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The project ran smoothly from start to finish. Coordinating the driveway concreting and front yard turf installation at the same time was the main logistical consideration, but the timing worked in Peter's favour and there were no issues on the day. Delivery was seamless.

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With the driveway being concreted at the same time, the timing worked perfectly to get the front yard excavated and cleared in one go. Peter laid a healthy base of fresh soil before the turf arrived, giving it the best possible foundation to establish quickly. The delivery driver dropped the QWELTS right alongside the lay site, making the whole installation straightforward and efficient.

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The front yard had been used as a car park for years and it showed. Peter wanted to give the street frontage a proper makeover, something that looked great, fitted in with the neighbourhood, and gave his mother-in-law a pleasant outlook from her bedroom at the front of the house. It was as much about the community feel of the street as it was about the property itself.

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Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo was the clear choice based on Peter's research and the firsthand results his mates had already seen. For a front yard that needed to look consistently good with minimal upkeep, Sir Walter's thick coverage, strong colour retention, and proven track record made it the right variety for the job.

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The project ran smoothly from start to finish. Coordinating the driveway concreting and front yard turf installation at the same time was the main logistical consideration, but the timing worked in Peter's favour and there were no issues on the day. Delivery was seamless.

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Why Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo Was the Right Choice

Peter's research pointed him straight to Sir Walter, and the results his mates had already seen confirmed it. For a front yard that needed to look great from the street and hold up in everyday conditions, Sir Walter's reputation for thick coverage, rich colour, and low maintenance made it the obvious call.

  • Proven performer trusted by homeowners across Victoria
  • Thick, lush coverage that presents beautifully from the street
  • Low maintenance once established
  • Wide soft blades that hold colour through the seasons
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Simple steps to a beautiful lawn

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    Choose your turf

    Find the perfect variety for your property with our expert recommendations.

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    Follow our easy installation guide and enjoy your new lawn in no time.

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About Lilydale Instant Lawn

Proudly Australian-owned and operated since 1985, Lilydale Instant Lawn harvests around 1,000,000 square metres of premium turf each year, making us one of Australia’s most trusted instant lawn producers.

Our passionate team is dedicated to growing, supplying, and installing turf that performs beautifully across Victoria’s diverse conditions. From residential homes to large-scale developments, we back every project with expert service, local knowledge, and genuine care for long-term lawn success.

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What our customers say

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    Rob Eustace

    Eustace Landscaping use Lilydale instant lawn they provide us with a great variety and quality lawn every time. Delivering to everywhere in Gippsland.

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    Phil Howell

    Their turf looks great, service is top notch, you have a question they are happy to help. My Sir Walter is the best turf I have had, I recommended it to a few people

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    Tony Williams

    Great customer service. Prompt delivery even in the pouring rain. Had to lay in awful conditions but it is coming up a treat and finishes my garden perfectly!

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    Marcus Kikidopoulos

    Lilydale Instant Lawn is some of the best professional's to deal with, fast reliable and great people. Along with this some of the best product around!

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    Gabs New

    Highly recommend this company. Fantastic product, the staff are helpful and knowledgeable about all things turf, happy to guide you through the process.

  • Debbie Sherry Oct 2020

    Adrian Marcy

    Lovely turf and highly recommend. They have grouse product of grass, great public service with all the staff are respectful and nice - 10/10

Our accreditations and memberships

We’re proud to be recognised by Australia’s leading turf and landscaping associations. These accreditations reflect our ongoing dedication to quality, safety, and sustainability.

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