The Ultimate Guide to Spring Garden Preparation in Australia
Spring is around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for the new season. From fertilizing to mulching, discover the essential steps to create a vibrant, thriving garden. Learn about the best native plants to add and when to start planting your spring veggies.
Spring gardening tips,
- Remove weeds and debris, then mix in compost or organic matter to enrich the soil.
- Trim back shrubs and trees that bloomed in late winter or early spring to encourage healthy growth.
- Choose spring-friendly flowers like tulips, daffodils, or pansies. Start planting early to give them time to establish.
- Use a spring fertilizer to promote thick, green grass. Be sure to water thoroughly after application.
- Add a layer of mulch to help retain moisture, reduce weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
- Plant seeds or seedlings for spring crops like lettuce, spinach, and radishes.
- Make sure hoses and sprinklers are in good working order before the growing season starts.
- Control pests: Look out for early signs of garden pests and use natural methods to keep them under control.
These tips can help ensure a vibrant and productive garden in spring.
Native Australian plants.
- Banksia - a genus of plants with spectacular flowers and thick leaves.
- Grevillea - known for its colorful flowers and sweet fragrance, attracts birds.
- Wattle (Acacia) - with its yellow flowers, it is a symbol of Australia.
- Eucalyptus - iconic trees with aromatic leaves, many varieties are suitable for gardens.
- Melaleuca - also known as Tea Tree, has white or pink flowers and aromatic leaves.
- Callistemon (Bottlebrush) - has brush-shaped flowers that attract birds.
- Hakea - offers unique flowers and spines, very hardy and attractive.
- Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos) - a plant with colorful flowers shaped like a kangaroo's paw.
- Lomandra - tough and versatile, ideal for borders and landscaping.
- Correa - with pendulous flowers, it's a low-growing plant suitable for flower beds.
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