Dubai Garden Ideas & Advice
Practical advice on gardening in the Dubai climate, understanding community rules and NOCs, and planning a better outdoor space in the UAE.
Why is my lawn yellow in Dubai?
Wondering 'why is my lawn yellow in Dubai'? Learn how alkaline soil, iron chlorosis, salt build-up and overwatering discolour grass, and how to fix each cause.
Read articleHow to maintain a garden in Dubai summer
How to maintain a garden in Dubai summer: when to water, what to stop doing, how to use mulch and shade, and how to check for dust and pest damage in the heat.
Read articleHow to choose a landscaping company in Dubai: what to check before you sign
How to choose a landscaping company in Dubai: check the trade licence, how each firm approaches NOC drawings, itemised quotes and irrigation know-how, and weigh the risks of freelancers.
Read articleIrrigation problems in Dubai: how to diagnose and fix a failing system
Dry patches, puddles or a high DEWA bill? Diagnose irrigation problems in Dubai, fix clogged drip emitters and leaks, and know when to call a technician.
Read articleLandscaping NOC Dubai: what garden work needs approval, and from whom
Which garden works need a landscaping NOC in Dubai, how Emaar, Dubai Holding and Damac communities differ, and where municipality and Trakhees permits apply.
Read articleDo I need approval for a pergola in Dubai?
Which pergolas need approval in Dubai, and from whom: community NOCs in Emaar and Dubai Holding communities, Trakhees on the Palm, and municipality permits on mainland plots.
Read articleArtificial grass vs natural grass Dubai
Comparing artificial and natural grass in Dubai on water use under DEWA's slab tariff, upkeep, summer heat and what drives the installation price.
Read articleBest plants for a Dubai garden
A guide to the best plants for a Dubai garden: heat-tolerant trees, shrubs and succulents, with advice on soil, irrigation water, pools, paving and planting time.
Read articleWhat to plant in October in Dubai: a month-by-month guide to March
What to plant in October in Dubai, plus a month-by-month guide to the October to March planting window, with herbs, flowers, vegetables, trees and shrubs.
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