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WINTER BRINGS COOL TEMPERATURES AND RAINFALL, MAKING IT AN IMPORTANT TIME TO PREPARE YOUR GARDEN FOR SPRING.
Here are key tasks to focus on
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Plant winter vegetables and herbs
Now is the time to grow:
- Broccoli, cabbage, kale, cauliflower, spinach, onions, garlic, peas, broad beans.
- Parsley, thyme, rosemary, chives, coriander.
Prune deciduous trees and shrubs
- Fruit trees (apple, pear, plum) benefit from winter pruning.
- Prune roses to promote strong growth for spring.
- Trim hydrangeas and remove dead branches from trees and shrubs.
Improve soil and mulch garden beds
- Apply organic compost to enrich the soil.
- Add a layer of mulch (straw, bark, or pea straw) to protect plant roots from frost.
Lawn care
- Avoid heavy foot traffic on wet lawns to prevent compaction.
- Remove weeds and apply a slow-release fertiliser.
Protect plants from frost
- Cover frost-sensitive plants with hessian or frost cloth at night.
- Move potted plants to sheltered areas if possible.
Start a compost bin or worm farm
- Use winter as a time to build nutrient-rich compost from food scraps, garden waste, and leaves.
Plant bare-rooted fruit trees and roses
- Winter is the best time to plant bare-rooted trees like apples, pears, cherries, and peaches.
- Also, consider planting bare-rooted roses for spring flowering.
Attract wildlife
- Provide bird feeders and water sources to attract native birds.
- Plant winter-flowering natives like grevillea and banksia to support pollinators.
Plan for spring
- Start preparing garden beds for spring planting.
- Order seeds and bulbs (such as daffodils, tulips, and jonquils) for early blooms.
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