Calculating an area in square meters
MeasuringChoose a meter stick or metric tape measure. Select a metre stick ruler or tape measure with meter (m) or centimeter (cm) printed on it. These tools will make it easier to calculate square meters since they were designed in the same measurement system....
Grass Installations
We take the hassle out of grass planting! Why Grass Factory? We have many years of experience and expertise. We deliver straight to your door. We save you time, so you can do more important things. The Grass Factory crew will make short work of a job that might take...
Organic Soils – Uses & benefits
At Grass Factory we manufacture our own organic soil products. There’s nothing better on the market! The different soils all have a different purpose, depending on your requirements. COMPOSTOur compost is very high in feeding value, and microbial activity. It contains...
Grass Planting 101
Keeping a lawn looking respectable is a challenge. Hostile climates, years of use, pets, irregular rainfall, invasions of lawn pests and weeds - or simply neglect - have left many gardens looking ragged. If your lawn suffers from acute soil compaction, constant weed...
Four grass types and their uses
ABOUT KIKUYU Kikuyu was imported to South Africa in the 1950s from Kenya and is used to grow sports fields, because of its fast-growing tempo. Kikuyu grass became very popular across South Africa, professionally and domestically. Until today, Kikuyu (named after a...
LM grass and other interesting info about this grass type
LM Grass This grass is indigenous to South Africa. It has a reputation for the highest shade tolerance out of all the species of grass. It is a medium coarse textured creeping grass and is a lighter shade of green than most lawns. It is well suited for diverse growing...
Evergreen Grass for your garden
If you would like a lawn that stays green throughout the year, Evergreen Gold is the grass to plant in your garden. Evergreen suits a wide range of soil types, making it very versatile. The grass is a mixture of summer and winter growing grasses, it will maintain a...
Compost & Firewood
With the great sunny weather, why not order some firewood to be delivered with your compost order? * As we transition from winter to spring, it’s time to begin preparations for your spring garden. Getting your lawn ready can be a process that will test your patience,...
Compost
We Manufacture And Supply CompostGrass Factory & Eco Organics manufacture pure organic compost and can supply to the public through our stores in Pretoria and Johannesburg; alternatively in bulk to landscapers, garden services, estates, complexes and schools.Our...
Kikuyu Grass Available
We are harvesting BEAUTIFUL GREEN KIKUYU grass which will be available at both our Johannesburg and Pretoria branches! Not sure how much grass you need?Read our article on How to calculate an area in square meters. It is very important to add 10% over and above the...
Community Project: Picnic area at Harties dam wall
Grass Factory Community Project - Helping to revive the picnic area at the Hartebeespoort Dam wall.
Is your garden summer ready?
Is your garden summer-ready? Let us help you get your garden into tip-top shape. Purchase your compost, lawn dressing, LM, or Kikuyu grass and create the beautiful garden you have always dreamed of. Click HERE to request a price list or HERE to get a quote or place...
LM grass for sale
We have beautiful green LM grass for sale, available in limited quantities at R57.00 per sqm. Get your free quote or place your order HERE. Not sure how much grass to buy for the area you need - Click HERE for guidance. Enjoy spring!
Braai day – Lets braai!
With South Africa's favourite #BraaiDay around the corner make sure to keep your fire burning with braai wood from Grass Factory! Sekelbos or Bushveld Mix only R25.00 per bag. Order your braai wood HERE.Free delivery within 15km from any of the Grass Factory stores is...
International Day of Forests – 21 March 2021
Did you know that we are celebrating International Day of Forests coming up on 21 March 2021? The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21 March the International Day of Forests (IDF) in 2012. The Day celebrates and raises awareness of the importance of all types...
Compost and why it’s important
The importance of composting (the process of transforming organic matter that's ready for disposal into something beneficial) has become more recognized over the years because it's environmentally friendly, providing a safe way to produce healthy, flourishing gardens,...
Get your Braai Day wood from Grass Factory
We're open Thursday, 24 September 2020 from 08h00 to 13h00. Get your Braai Day wood at our Grass Factory Depots. Contact us for more information - info@grassfactory.co.za
Establishing a new lawn can be a daunting task
You will find yourself pondering on the following questions: Can I plant directly onto existing grass? Do I need to loosen the soil? Do I need to prepare the ground with anything? Do I need to water before or after? How much do I water after planting? Do I put...
A healthy garden starts with healthy soil, so make your garden a happy one!
Use our fine compost (8mm) and spread a thin layer over your grass, or when planting new grass. Our coarse compost (12mm) is ideal for your garden beds. Adding compost to garden beds is the best and easiest thing you can do to produce a great crop of vegetables and...
How to take care of your newly purchased grass and soil
We are happy to share our many years of "aftercare" experience on how to take care of your newly planted Kikuyu, LM or other grass variants as well as what to do with the compost and lawn dressing. Feel free to contact us should you need more information or...