Episode: Five
Date: 2nd May
Story: Worst Garden Feature Butler
Presenter: Neville and Lisa Passmore

Shemayne Decke is a single mother and proud home owner, who has experience a series of unfortunate events which have prevented her from having a dream garden with a playground for her beautiful two and a half year old boy. Neville and Lisa visit this North of the river home to investigate the state of the garden and what improvements can be accomplished.

Finalist: Shemayne Decke
Category: Worst Garden

Her Story
Shemayne worked two jobs to save up for her beautiful home but one day on her way home from work she experienced a horrible motorbike accident. Gardening is one of her hobbies but her current condition has prevented many physical activities.

Shemayne?s Vision

• A lovely alfresco for entertaining family and friends.
• A traditional Balinese themed garden that is water efficient.
• A small allocated area where children can play.

Tips and Facts

• When unsure of what to do in a garden, drop down a mud map of what you wish to happen, this will inspire you to get started.
• Mulching designated areas for garden beds and plants will help cut down weeds and prepare soils for when you are ready for planting.
• What is needed most in this garden is an improvement in the soil. This can be achieved by using sulphur in order to get the pH levels on the right track.
• Organic matter also greatly helps the soil, especially when applied every year.
• To fit within a modern Bali theme, look at tropical frangipanis for height and colour.
• Choose plants that create volume, such as the ?Bird of Paradise? and ?Dianellas.?
• Outdoor furniture, sculptures and water features will assist in creating a tropical paradise.

FINALIST PRIZES FOR BEST WORST GARDEN SPONSORED BY
Drovers Garden and Lifestyle Centre
$100 gift voucher
$100 worth of products

CONTACT DETAILS:
Drovers Garden and Lifestyle Centre
1387 Wanneroo Road
P: 9206 4644