1. Vegetables
March and April are the months to set about planting your veggies. Many vegetables prefer cooler climates, so planting them in time for winter is a must. And of course, who doesn’t love garden-fresh produce with a mid-winter roast!
We recommend trying salad favourites like lettuces, carrots and tomatoes, as well as vegetables suitable for baking like onions and turnips. Silverbeet, broccoli and cabbage are all known for being hardy, so less-confident gardeners may want to start with them.
You could try planting vegetables such as parsnips, cauliflower and broad beans, which prefer a much colder climate. However, be prepared for them not to take – Queensland isn’t known as the Sunshine State for nothing!
2. Herbs
There’s nothing quite like fresh herbs from the garden. The newly-harvested scents and flavours make for memorable dining experiences. And growing herbs doesn’t need to be difficult either.
Herb pots and gardens can make for a functional and attractive addition to your home’s patio or deck. Simply choose your pots and herbs and arrange to your preference. Remember to place them for sun and rain as necessary too.
We recommend basil, parsley, and coriander. Also oregano, mint, dill, and chives. For advice on herbs that will survive into the summer, speak to the staff at your local nursery.
3. Flowering Shrubs
It’s been said that Australia’s North has only two seasons: wet and dry. Spring and summer are known for their torrential downpours, whilst autumn and winter is the dry time. Because of this, if you’re planting flowering shrubs in autumn, you’ll need them to be tough and drought hardy.
Our recommendations include Brisbane’s floral emblem, Poinsettia, as well as Gardenias, which deliver fragrant white flowers, and Fuchsias, which develop wonderfully colourful petals.
4. Native plants
Queensland has more than 8000 native flowering plant species and over 1400 non-flowering plant species. Plus, of those species, around 3000 are unique to our home state. And new species are being discovered every year.
Some of our favourite native plants to put into the ground in autumn include Callistemon, which produce the classic Australian bottlebrush in stunning red and pink. And Lilly-Pilly varieties, which develop a pink and purple fruit – a warning though, if not maintained, these plants can grow up to 30 metres high!
5. Trees
If you’re wanting to enhance your home’s garden over the long-term, then autumn is the perfect time to look into choosing some new trees for your yard. Some good tree ideas include the eucalyptus Summer Red, which boasts stunning red blossoms, as well as the eucalyptus Summer Beauty, which shines with beautiful pink flowers. Other great trees include the popular Poinciana and the smaller Tuckeroo.
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