Melbourne’s four distinct seasons each bring specific garden tasks. Following a seasonal maintenance calendar keeps your garden healthy year-round and prevents small issues from becoming expensive problems.
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Feed lawns with spring fertiliser, begin regular mowing
- Prune spring-flowering shrubs after blooming
- Plant warm-season vegetables and annuals
- Check and repair irrigation systems before summer
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Water deeply 2–3 times per week (early morning)
- Mow regularly but raise the blade height to reduce stress
- Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Plant trees, shrubs, and perennials (root growth before winter)
- Overseed cool-season lawns
- Apply autumn fertiliser
- Clean up fallen leaves
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Prune deciduous trees and roses while dormant
- Reduce mowing frequency
- Plan and design for spring planting
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