2018 Christmas operating hours

ASQ Head Office
2-6 Festini Way, Long Gully | 03 5446 1677
Closing: Friday, 21 December 2018 at 5.00pm
Opening: Monday, 7 January 2019 at 8.30am

ASQ Allstone Quarries
Wimmera Hwy, Newbridge | 03 5435 2092
Closing: Friday, 21 December 2018 at 5.00pm
Opening: Monday, 7 January 2019 at 6.00am

ASQ Premix Concrete
2-6 Festini Way, Long Gully | 03 5446 1655
Closing: Friday, 21 December 2018 at 5.00pm
Opening: Monday, 7 January 2019 at 6.00am

ASQ Precast Concrete
280-310 McIvor Hwy, Junortoun | 03 5449 9100
Closing: Friday, 21 December 2018 at 5.00pm
Opening: Monday, 7 January 2019 at 7.30am

ASQ Garden & Landscape Eaglehawk (yard)
Alexandra St, Eaglehawk | 03 5446 1292 (option 1)
Closing: Friday, 21 December 2018 at 5.00pm
Opening: Monday, 7 January 2019 at 7.30am

ASQ Garden & Landscape Eaglehawk (nursery)
187 Upper California Gully Rd, Eaglehawk | 03 5446 1292 (option 2)
Christmas Eve: Open 9.00am to 3.00pm
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

ASQ Garden & Landscape Castlemaine
Corner Martin & Langslow Sts, Castlemaine | 03 5472 4053
Christmas Eve: Open 7.30am to 3.00pm
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

ASQ Garden & Landscape Maryborough
4 Penney Lane, Flagstaff | 03 5464 2662
Christmas Eve: Open 7.30am to 3.00pm
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

ASQ Skydancers
Corner Blackjack Rd & Midland Hwy, Harcourt | 5474 3800
Christmas Eve: Open 7.30am to 3pm
Closed: Christmas Day and Boxing Day

Plant of the Month - September

Azaleas are a popular evergreen shrub which produce an abundance of bright flowers. 

This shrub looks its best when mass planted beneath deciduous trees and is the perfect planting partner for Camellias. Azaleas can also be planted in pots and hanging baskets, making them a very versatile addition to your garden.

Azaleas love to soak up the morning sun and grow best in a slightly acidic soil with good drainage. So if you want to add an easy to grow plant which will provide a splash of colour to your garden, come in to ASQ Garden & Landscape this month to see our range of Azaleas!

From $9.95

New giftware at Skydancers!

The team at ASQ Skydancers have been hard at work to give the site a fresh look for spring!

There is a large range of new giftware and wall art with more stock due to arrive over the coming weeks. Just inside the entrance you will find our new ladies section filled with jewellery, clothing, bags and scarves.

We still have a selection of winter scarves available for those chilly spring mornings, but be quick because they won't last long. The Garden Room has also had a makeover and is filled with beautiful pots,  wall art, indoor plants, succulents and unique gift ideas.

If you're searching for the perfect gift, don't forget our range of Ecoya products. We stock their deliciously fragrant candles, diffusers and hand creams which always make a great gift! We offer complimentary gift wrapping for all gifts and plants and also sell a range of beautiful cards.

So no matter the occasion, head to ASQ Skydancers next time you're looking for the perfect gift!

Hello, spring!

With winter behind us and the warmer weather around the mcorner, it's time to start thinking about our gardens again! Spring is the perfect time to establish new garden beds, revitalise your lawn, tidy up any neglected areas and give your garden a good feed. This time of year is also great for planting almost anything, including vegetables!

So get outside in the sunshine and get your gardening tasks done so you can sit back and relax amongst the fresh blooms this spring!

Plant of the Month - July

One of the best things about this time of year is the beautifully fragrant winter daphne.

Daphnes are an evergreen shrub which grow best in cool to temperate climates and can tolerate light frosts, making them perfect for Central Victorian gardens. Most daphne varieties grow to about one metre high and wide, making them a great option for both planting and pots.

Visit ASQ Garden & Landscape this month to see our beautiful range.

Using organic compost in your garden! 

Gardening in Central Victoria can be a challenging task, especially with our hard grounds and dry conditions, which is why soil preparation is essential.

Organic compost is a soil conditioner full of nutrients your garden will love. It will not only improve your soil tilth, but will also make the soil texture more crumbly which is ideal for drainage and water retention.

With a natural pH level of 8.5, organic compost is great for increasing the pH level of your soil.

For more information or to purchase organic compost, visit your local ASQ Garden & Landscape store!

Planting your bare root trees

With bare root orders ready for pick up soon, now is the time to get ready for their arrival! 

When planting your bare root trees there are a few steps to follow to make sure your new plants thrive.

1. Cover the tree roots with moist soil as soon as you get them home.
2. Add Grow Better Enriched Organic Planting Mix to your planting area to improve the soil.
3. Dig a wide, deep hole.
4. Plant your tree, making sure you don’t cover the graft which should sit above the soil level.
5. Water in your new plant with Seasol once a week for 4-6 weeks.

Enjoy watching your new plant grow!

Click here to download our how-to guide for planting bare root trees and roses

June special offers

Bare Root English Box  
Potted $12.95 bare root $4.95
Winter is a great time to plant your English Box hedge! This beautiful plant is a slow growing evergreen with glossy green leaves. We are still waiting for them to be lifted, so come in store and pre-order yours today.

Capital Pears
Were $34.95 now $29.95
Winter is a great time to plant your English Box hedge! This beautiful plant is a slow growing evergreen with glossy green leaves. We are still waiting for them to be lifted, so come in store and pre-order yours today.

Grow Better Enriched Organic Planting Mix 
Was $12.95 now $9.95
Winter is a great time to plant your English Box hedge! This beautiful plant is a slow growing evergreen with glossy green leaves. We are still waiting for them to be lifted, so come in store and pre-order yours today.

Growing great roses!

If you're getting ready to plant new roses this winter, we have the perfect products to use before and after planting to ensure great success and plenty of healthy blooms! 

If you ordered bare root roses and are waiting for their arrival, you can start preparing the area with our how-to guide here

Seasol Concentrate 1L $17.25
Once you have planted your roses, water them in well with Seasol. This will help stimulate root growth and improve the health of your soil.

Grow Better Blooming Roses 1.5kg $16.95
When winter is coming to an end, add a generous dose of Blooming Roses. This is a slow release fertiliser which will encourage new blooms over the warmer months.

Ausgro Rose Black Spot Spray $10.95
Keep your roses healthy by using this environmentally friendly solution for treating rose black spots, mildew and rust, as well as controlling insects such as aphids and thrip.

Sugar Cane Mulch $17.95
After planting your roses, mulch the area with Sugar Cane to help lock in moisture and keep the roots from drying out. Sugar Cane Mulch will also help to improve your soil.

Hello, hellebores!

Hellebores serve as a beautiful welcoming committee for winter.

Commonly known as a ‘winter rose’, Hellebores are from the same plant family as Ranunculus. Hellebores are an exceptional addition under your deciduous trees and will display a long-lasting array of varying foliage with prolonged flowering.

From purple to white, yellow to multi coloured, there is sure to be a Hellebore variety to suit your garden.

Visit your local ASQ Garden & Landscape store during the cooler months to see our extensive range of 'Winter Elegance' Hellebores and add a touch of whimsy to your garden this winter!