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Keep your garden thriving

BUSY BEES... Spring is the season when gardens burst back to life. With a little care and attention, you can have your garden looking sensational in every season. Photo: Supplied

SPRING is the perfect time to give your garden a boost and set it up for a season of vibrant growth. Here are three top tips to keep your outdoor space healthy and thriving:

1. Feed Your Plants

After winter, your soil may be lacking nutrients. Add a balanced fertiliser or organic compost to give flowers, vegetables, and shrubs the energy they need to grow strong. Mulching around plants also helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

BUSY BEES… Spring is the season when gardens burst back to life. With a little care and attention, you can have your garden looking sensational in every season. Photo: Supplied

2. Prune and Tidy

Trim back dead branches, spent flowers, and overgrown shrubs. Not only does this improve your garden’s appearance, but it also encourages new growth and keeps plants healthy. Remember to use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease.

3. Water Wisely

Spring can bring unpredictable weather, so monitor your garden’s water needs carefully. Early morning watering reduces evaporation, and drip irrigation or soaker hoses ensure roots get deep, consistent moisture without wasting water.

By feeding, pruning, and watering with care, your garden will flourish all season long. With a little attention now, you can enjoy a colourful, productive, and healthy outdoor space.