The busy inner Sydney suburb of Glebe is surrounded by many sites of historical interest, including the Fish Markets at Black Wattle Bay and the University of Sydney. Leichhardt Municipal Council, concerned by the degraded state of the library's grounds recently approved renovation plans. Its desire was to provide citizens with a leafy and restfull relief from the pressures of traffic and noise pollution.




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The brief was to cost effectively establish a shady grassed retreat, that would retain a cared for appearance with only minimal maintenance. The choice of a root zone mix was quickly finalised. The benefits of TerraCottem are threefold. Firstly - healthier, sustainable, robust growth can be achieved quicker because establishment time is shortened, while root systems are encouraged to penetrate deeper. Secondly - more responsible environmental management will result because the frequency and volume of irrigation water and fertiliser is reduced. Lastly - a higher survival rate combined with lower fertiliser and water bills, will go a long way towards lowering maintenance costs.

Community reaction to the completed renovation was very positive and what was once an area ignored by locals is now attracting favourable comment.




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