Spring Gardening Tips

Spring Gardening Tips

Spring has finally arrived! We can watch the garden awake from its Winter slumber and have the opportunity to sow and grow so many fabulous plants.

SEPTEMBER

What to Do in September

Here's the list of garden things you can do this month. Early spring weather will be unpredictable, but the garden is about to burst into life, no matter what. Get into the garden now and take full advantage!

Spring Lawn Care Plan

Your lawn will love you if you take just a little time in September to feed it and finish off the weeds. Here are three simple Spring lawn care steps.

Codling Moth Control

Spring flowers are the trigger for implementing codling moth control measures. Petal fall is the time to act, to prevent the number one pest for apple and pears.

Grow Your Own Salad

Start growing your own cucumbers, lettuce, radish and rocket in September and you’ll be eating home grown salad in no time at all.

OCTOBER

Mid-Spring Lawn Pests

During October, two of the biggest spring challenges to a beautiful lawn are destructive grass grub, and unsightly broadleaf weeds.

Perfect Palms

If you’re after a tropical look for your garden then palms are a must. Their long, arching and graceful foliage creates a tall lush backdrop for smaller plants.

Delicious Home-Grown Fruit

Learn how to make avocados, feijoa and blueberries feel right at home at your place. Our tips on where to plant, and what to do about pests and diseases.

NOVEMBER

What to Do in November

Here's the list of garden things you can do, right now. Spring's hit top gear, so now's your chance!

Late Spring Pest Control

The Spring frenzy of fresh new growth and flowers can attract a multitude of sucking and chewing insect pests. Here’s how to keep them under control.

Tomato Tips

Tomatoes are one of the most popular, versatile and delicious fruiting vegies to grow at home. Here are some tips for a fantastic tomato harvest.

Grow Your Own Lemonade!

It takes a brave person to eat a fresh lemon, unless it’s the sweet Kiwi ‘Lemonade’ variety. ‘Lemonade’ trees are great for backyards.