Spring Into Action: Preparing Your Garden for the Warmer Months

Spring on the Fraser Coast is a gardener’s dream. Warm days, mild nights, and a burst of new growth make it the perfect time to refresh your garden and set it up for a strong season. If you are itching to dig in, this guide will help you prep your soil, choose the right mulch, and pick plants that thrive locally. You will also find practical tips on the best landscaping products to use before the heat arrives, plus a friendly reminder to share your spring wins with us on social media. We love seeing your gardens flourish.

Start with a clean slate

A good spring starts with a tidy garden bed. Clear away leaves, spent annuals, and any lingering weeds. Prune shrubs and trees lightly to shape and remove dead or damaged branches. This quick reset improves airflow, reduces pest pressure, and makes space for new growth. If you had disease issues last season, remove affected material and avoid composting it at home. A fresh start now can save you headaches later.

Check soil health and structure

Healthy soil is the base of everything. On the Fraser Coast, soils can vary from sandy to heavier clays, so a simple squeeze test helps. Grab a handful of moist soil. If it falls apart, it is sandy and needs organic matter to hold moisture. If it stays in a tight ball, it is clay heavy and needs organic matter to improve drainage and root movement.

• Top up beds with premium soil for garden blends to restore depth and nutrients.
• Work in well aged compost to boost microbial life and water holding capacity.
• Rake gently to blend amendments without disturbing beneficial soil layers too much.

If you are building new beds or levelling, ask our team about the right mix and quantity. Getting the foundation right now pays off all season.

Feed for steady spring growth

Once you have improved the soil, feed your plants with an organic, slow release fertiliser. We are big believers in products that work with nature. Organic pellets and liquid feeds enrich the soil, support microbes, and release nutrients steadily. For veggies and flowering plants, a balanced all rounder is ideal. Citrus, roses, and natives like targeted blends with the right trace elements. Apply according to the label, water in well, and repeat lightly through spring. Your plants will reward you with stronger growth and better blooms.

Mulch to lock in moisture and block weeds

Mulch is your best mate as temperatures rise. On the Fraser Coast, a 7 to 10 cm layer helps keep roots cool, holds moisture, and reduces weeds. Choose a quality forest mulch or wood chip that breaks down slowly and feeds the soil as it goes. Cypress mulch is a great choice where termite resistance is important. Keep mulch a small gap from plant stems and trunks to prevent rot.

Tip, water the soil deeply before mulching so you seal in that moisture.

Smarter watering as days warm up

Switch to deep, less frequent watering to encourage roots to chase moisture. Early morning is best. In sandy areas, consider adding wetting agents or increasing organic matter to improve water retention. Drip lines and soaker hoses target the root zone and reduce waste.

Tidy paths, edges, and hardstand areas

Neat edges and solid paths make gardens easier to care for, especially after summer storms. Use crusher dust for compacted pathways that stay level and tidy. If you are building a driveway or base layer for a shed or outdoor space, A grade road base provides a strong, long lasting foundation. These are durable, purpose built materials suited to our local conditions.

If you are setting posts or pouring a pad, chat to us about the right concrete supplies, and remember, road base and crusher dust are not concrete supplies.

The best landscaping products to use before the heat sets in

• Spring is the time to stock up on essentials so your garden can handle warmer weather.
• Soil for garden, top up beds and containers to give roots room to grow.
• Compost, boost soil biology and improve water holding.
• Forest mulch or cypress mulch, lock in moisture and reduce weeds.
• Crusher dust for firm, compacted paths and under pavers.
• Road base, for strong foundations under driveways and high traffic areas.
• Organic fertilisers and liquid feeds, for steady, safe growth across veggies, flowers, and fruit trees.

If you are building or renovating a garden area, our team can help you plan quantities and arrange prompt delivery across the Fraser Coast.

Plants that thrive on the Fraser Coast in spring

Spring is planting season for so many winners in our climate. Here are reliable options that love the warmth and humidity ahead.

• Veggies, tomatoes, capsicum, cucumbers, zucchinis, beans, sweet corn, and leafy greens like silverbeet and lettuce. Start with improved soil and mulch to keep roots cool.
• Herbs, basil, parsley, chives, mint, oregano, and coriander in a cool spot with morning sun.
• Flowers, marigolds, zinnias, salvia, sunflowers, vinca, and petunias for colour and pollinator appeal.
• Natives, grevillea, callistemon, lilly pilly, westringia, and lomandra for tough, low maintenance structure and wildlife support.
• Fruit trees, citrus, passionfruit, pawpaw, banana, and dragon fruit in sunny, well drained spots.
• Tropical and subtropical accents, hibiscus, bougainvillea, mandevilla, frangipani, and cordylines for bold colour and form.

Plant in the cooler part of the day, water in with a gentle liquid feed, and mulch straight after planting.

Simple spring checklist

• Clear weeds and debris.
• Top up and condition soil.Feed with organic fertiliser.
• Install or repair irrigation.
• Mulch garden beds.
• Refresh paths and edges.
• Plant spring friendly varieties.
• Keep an eye out for pests and treat early with gentler controls first.

Local help, delivered fast

We are your friendly local team in Howard, proud to support home gardeners, tradies, and businesses across the Fraser Coast. If you are searching for a landscape supply store near me, we can help with advice, quality products, and prompt delivery. Explore our full range of landscape supplies near me, or call us for tailored advice on quantities and the best materials for your project.

Share your spring garden with us

We love seeing what you grow. Tag us on social media with your spring planting, your first tomato, or your refreshed front garden. Your photos inspire others in our community to get planting too.

Summary and next steps

Spring success starts with healthy soil, smart feeding, and the right mulch. Add durable foundations in the form of crusher dust and road base where you need tidy paths and sturdy surfaces. Choose plants that suit our warm, coastal climate, water deeply, and keep the mulch topped up. If you need premium soil for garden blends, compost, organic fertilisers, mulch, or base materials, our team is ready to help with advice and delivery. Pop in, give us a call, and let us help you turn spring energy into a thriving garden you will enjoy all summer.