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Autumn Garden Calendar

Autumn Gardening Tips

Autumn Gardening Tips

After a long hot summer, we’ll start to welcome some cooler temperatures during the first month of autumn and the opportunity to grow and enjoy a wonderful new season of plants.

MARCH

What to Do in March

What to Do in March

Here's the list of garden things you can do, right now. It's a busy month, to get plants established in time for the cooler weather that's on the way. Until then, it's full speed ahead, to squeeze out the last drop of summers warmth!
In The Autumn Vegie Patch

In The Autumn Vegie Patch

There are lots of tasty vegies you can plant in March. Two favourites are garlic and kale - find out where to plant them and how to care for them.
Time to Sow Onions and Shallots

Time to Sow Onions and Shallots

March is the ideal time to start onion and shallot seeds. If you sow them early in autumn, you’ll give your plants a good head-start, for a maximum harvest. You’ll be pleasantly surprised how easy they are to grow!
March Lawn Makeover

March Lawn Makeover

Need a new lawn? Your tips to a complete lawn from seed makeover starting with picking the right lawn seed to weed control and soil preparation.
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APRIL

What to Do in April

What to Do in April

Here's the list of garden things you can do, right now! April is time for tidying up and planting out. Get new plants and trees settled in before it gets cold, and keep on sowing vegies for a winter harvest.
Autumn Vegie Patch

Autumn Vegie Patch

April is a fantastic time to breathe life into your soil and fill your vegie patch with tasty vegies and herbs that you can enjoy over the cooler months.
Autumn Fruit

Autumn Fruit

Check out what's fruiting in your orchard this April with our citrus care plan (including disease prevention tips). Also, how to grow your own gourmet quinces!
April Lawn Care Plan

April Lawn Care Plan

Tips to keep your lawn looking fantastic during autumn, by undoing any summer damage, weeding, feeding and preventing lawn diseases bought on by rainfall while the temperature is still mild.
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MAY

What to Do in May

What to Do in May

Here's the list of garden things you can do, right now! Late autumn is your trigger for broad beans and garlic...it's traditional to wait until the shortest day for garlic, but it's better to start earlier.
Full-o-Fruit

Full-o-Fruit

If you're passionate about passionfruit, enjoy Earl Grey tea or freshly picked apples from your own yard, then here's the guide for you!
Festival of Flowers

Festival of Flowers

Autumn is the perfect time to plan your late winter and spring flower show. Plus, how to keep Mother’s Day chrysanthemums thriving.
It’s Easy Being Green!

It’s Easy Being Green!

Late autumn still gives you the opportunity to sow and grow delicious vegies. Try silverbeet and broad beans, they're perfect for the season. Time to get growing!
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