The Urban Soil Doctor

24/08/2026

It's TLA Landscape Expo time again!

Come and say hello to The Urban Soil Doctor and have a chat about what’s happening below ground.

I’ll be talking all things soil — from soil testing and investigations to compaction, drainage, soil specifications, planting failures and getting better outcomes from our urban landscapes.

If you’re a landscape architect, designer, landscaper, contractor, arborist, horticulturist, proud gardener or just someone who loves soil, I’d love to see you there.

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11/02/2026

URBAN SOIL DOCTOR WEBINAR - URBAN PLANT FAILURE

The loss of new plantings costs landscape professionals time, money and credibility. Join this webinar to learn how to prevent common, yet often misunderstood, causes of urban plant failure.

Tailored for landscape designers & landscape architects, this presentation provides practical insights to help improve plant performance, reduce plant loss, and promote healthier, more resilient urban landscapes.

Click here for webinar registration: https://www.ldi.org.au/news-events-nav/events-1/19-february-webinar-urban-plant-failure

15/11/2025

Last night we went to the Australian Womens Small Business Champion Awards. The energy was alive with inspiring, creative and entrepreneurial female minds! It was heartfelt, open and honest. Ive never been to an awards night quite like it.
I am thrilled that The Urban Soil Doctor was a finalist in the environmental category!

12/11/2024

Happy Birthday to The Urban Soil Doctor! Officially 1 years old today.

06/11/2024

The Urban Soil Doctor features in this seasons Landscape Outlook magazine.

https://www.ldi.org.au/news-events-nav/ldi-magazine/buy-landscape-outlook

23/10/2024

The Urban Soil Doctor is a local Northern Beaches business and is part of the 'Go Local to Grow Local' initiative run by Northern Beaches Council

22/10/2024

How chemistry influences soil behaviour. - https://mailchi.mp/1da9ff6497ce/how-chemistry-influences-soil-behaviour
Discussion on dispersion, erosion, hardsetting behaviours, soil surface crusting & sealing.

06/08/2024

Save the date for the upcoming Landscape Expo!
Swing by the Urban Soil Doctor's booth - we can't wait to see you there!

12/03/2024

12/02/2024

You have a test certificate so why should you still test the soil that's delivered to your site?

Why analyse landscaping topsoil upon delivery to the site? One element of my profession involves testing imported soil for its horticultural properties after delivery to site and prior to planting. It is highly recommended that clients test the soil before planting. Read further to understand the