Every season is special in the garden. Spring has fully arrived in Australia with new growth and buds all around. It is thoroughly enjoyable for avid gardeners and spectators alike.
During October, in the height of spring, there’s a ton of work to be done in the garden in preparation for summer and autumn. You can reach out to Pro Gardener’s garden maintenance services to help trim the lawn, clean up winter debris, and prepare the soil for new planting.
Dead leaves and branches need to be removed and trees need to be pruned in readiness for the growth period during the warmer seasons. If you haven’t already pruned your trees, reach out to a tree pruning service to prune them. Hurry before summer arrives and your trees begin to look untamed and uncared for!
Spring is also the right time to plant new trees in strategic spots in your garden. You can choose from a wide range of fruit trees, deciduous or evergreen species. It’s also the perfect time to put in seeds for blooms and veggies which will mature in the summer. In this blog, we tell you how you can care for the trees in your garden during this season, especially with regard to pruning.
Spring Pruning For Trees
Spring is the perfect time to prune trees, setting the foundation for healthy growth and improved structure.
As trees emerge from dormancy, pruning removes dead or damaged branches, redirecting energy toward new growth. It also prevents the spread of diseases by eliminating infected areas early in the season.
For deciduous trees, prune before new leaves appear, thinning crowded areas for better airflow. Evergreens require light pruning for shape, while fruit trees benefit from pruning to enhance fruit production. Regular spring pruning supports tree vitality and enhances overall aesthetics for the growing season ahead.
Reach out to Pro Gardeners for tree pruning services.
How To Care For Fruit Trees In Spring
● Pruning
Whether you’re growing citrus fruit trees like oranges or lemons or stone fruit trees like peaches and plums, late winter or early spring is the perfect time to prune them for improved growth before bud break. Pruning to maintain a light airy canopy is better for pronounced fruit growth later. Check out our brief guide on pruning.
● Watering
Water fruit trees in the ground thoroughly twice a week and every second day if it is potted so that the size and quality of the fruit are not affected during the growing season.
● Fertilising
It is imperative to fertilise fruit trees during spring. Fruit trees need the correct dosage of nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorous to grow flowers and fruits. It’s important that any fertiliser you use is used in the correct amount and proportion, otherwise it can burn the roots and kill the trees.
● Pesticides
Warmer weather brings in the pests. To keep the fruit trees healthy and pest-free, invest in an organic pesticide. Try not to use chemicals.
You can get all this work done by registering for our garden maintenance service in Western Sydney.
Pro Gardeners Tip: Grafting is best done in spring before bud break.
How To Care For Evergreen Trees In Spring
● Watering
Water once or twice a week, depending on rainfall. Water in the early morning to reduce evaporation and allow the tree to absorb moisture throughout the day.
● Fertilising
Evergreen trees should be fertilised during the growing season, which typically falls in very late winter or early spring. Using a slow-release, balanced fertiliser is recommended to avoid over-fertilising, as evergreens have slower growth patterns compared to deciduous trees. Be sure to follow the specific needs of the tree species and adjust based on soil conditions.
● Pesticides
Evergreens are plagued by pests and diseases. Pine bark beetles, scale insects and cypress aphids can cause damage to evergreens so use pesticides to get rid of these if they are attacking your evergreen trees.
How To Care For Deciduous Trees In Spring
- Pruning
The majority of pruning is best done in winter when the tree’s structure is easily visible. Cut away any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. Eliminate crossing branches, and if needed, trim branches to slightly open up the tree’s center, depending on the species. Prune as needed to control the tree’s size or remove troublesome branches. Reach out to our experienced team at Pro Gardeners for tree pruning services.
- Watering
During prolonged periods of heat and drought, it may be necessary to supply additional water to trees that are under five years old.
- Fertilising
Deciduous trees use a significant amount of energy in spring, so it’s important to fertilise them with a high-quality, controlled-release fertilizer. Apply the fertiliser around the ‘drip line’—the area of soil located beneath the outer edge of the canopy where most of the feeder roots are found.
Wrapping Up
Caring for trees in spring involves proper pruning, fertilisation, and watering to support healthy growth. By providing essential nutrients, removing damaged branches, and maintaining adequate moisture, you can ensure your trees thrive during this critical growing season.
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