Article category: Garden Maintenance. Published 2026-04-05 by Pocket Gardener Team.
Topics: garden maintenance, seasonal gardening, garden calendar, pruning guide, planting schedule.
Questions answered in this article
What should I do in my garden each month?
Autumn is for planting trees and bulbs, winter for pruning and planning, spring for feeding and planting warm-season crops, and summer for water management and regular harvesting. Develop weekly habits of deadheading and weeding year-round.
When is the best time to prune in Australia?
Prune deciduous fruit trees and roses in winter while dormant. Prune summer-flowering shrubs in autumn after blooming. Prune spring-flowering shrubs immediately after their flowers finish in late spring.
What vegetables can I plant in each season?
Autumn and winter suit broccoli, cauliflower, peas, and leafy greens. Spring and summer are ideal for tomatoes, capsicums, beans, zucchini, basil, and fast-growing crops like radishes and lettuce.