Spring Lawn & Garden Prep

Spring is the perfect time to give your lawn and garden a fresh start after winter. It’s when soil begins to warm up, grass starts to grow again, and your garden comes back to life after a long, dormant winter.

Whether you’re aiming for a lush, green lawn, or prepping your garden beds for new season planting, a little care now will go a long way.

Start with Dethatching & Aeration

Over winter, lawns often build up a layer of thatch (dead grass and debris) that can block water and nutrients. Dethatching helps to remove this build-up and lets your lawn breathe - an essential for healthy growth. 

Aeration is another key spring task. By creating small holes in the lawn, aeration improves water penetration and encourages deeper root growth. This is especially helpful in high-traffic areas or lawns with compacted soil.

Tip: Aerate when the soil is moist, not soaked, and before applying fertilizer.

Feed Your Lawn: Spring Fertilising

Spring is about waking the lawn up gently. I recommend starting with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer that provides steady nutrition for up to 10–12 weeks. Look for a product that includes nitrogen to encourage green growth, phosphorus for root health, and potassium for strength and disease resistance.

Including organic fertilizer content boosts soil biology, encouraging a host of beneficial microbes and worms that improve drainage, soil structure, and nutrient availability.

Mowing in Spring

With warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, your lawn will grow much more quickly. It’s important to stay on top of mowing—aim to mow at least every two weeks to keep your lawn healthy and looking tidy. Regular mowing encourages denser growth, reduces weeds, and helps maintain an even, vibrant lawn.

Lime, If Needed

If you didn’t apply lime in autumn, now is a good time to check your soil pH. Lime helps to neutralise acidic soils and creates a better environment for grass and garden plants to thrive.

Just remember not to apply lime at the same time as fertiliser—leave at least a two-week gap to avoid reducing the effectiveness of both.

Need help testing your soil? I can do a soil test and recommend a tailored nutrient plan for your property. Get in touch here.

Garden Prep: Beds, Mulch & Weeding

Spring is also the time to get your garden beds ready:

• Clear out weeds early to prevent them taking hold.

• Add compost or organic matter to improve soil health.

• Top up mulch to help retain moisture and keep weeds down.

• Start planting spring vegetables or summer-blooming perennials, depending on your location.
  

A tidy, well-prepped garden now will reward you with strong, vibrant growth heading into summer.

Final Thoughts

A bit of effort now sets you up for success later. With good soil health, a fertilised and aerated lawn, and garden beds ready to plant, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying your outdoor spaces all spring and summer long.

Got questions or want a hand getting your lawn and garden sorted this spring? Give us a call on 028 471 5817 for a free quote—we’re here to help.