Winter Work = Spring Wins
Why Now’s the Time to Get Stuck Into the Garden
The days might be shorter, but your garden to-do list doesn’t have to be.
We know winter can feel a bit sleepy — but trust us, this is the time to roll up the sleeves (or your flannel cuffs) and get busy in the backyard. Why? Because come spring, you’ll be patting yourself on the back while everyone else scrambles to catch up.
Here in Albury/Wodonga area, winter’s the secret weapon for a thriving garden. You might not see instant results, but the work you put in now sets everything up for the warmer months ahead. Here’s what we recommend you could be doing while you’re waiting for things to warm up.
Time for the snip – Roses, crepe myrtles, fruit trees… give 'em a proper winter haircut. A good prune now means better growth, better blooms and less mess later. If your secateurs are a bit blunt (or you’re using the kitchen scissors… no judgement), drop into Mower City Albury — they’ll get you snipping sharp again.
Bulb-planting bonanza – Tulips, daffs, hyacinths — winter’s the window to get your bulbs in the ground. Think of it as planting a surprise party for your spring self.
Mulch matters – Lay it thick — between 80–100mm of good quality organic mulch. Not only does it help regulate the soil temp and keep moisture in, it also helps protect your plants from sneaky frosts. Plus, it just looks schmick.
Gear up – Get the mower blades sharpened, check your tools, give the whipper snipper a once-over… all the boring-but-essential stuff that Future You will be thrilled you handled now - (yep, Mower City again – handy mob).
Clean-up time – Pressure-wash those pavers, tidy up the edging, fix that bit of fence you’ve been ignoring since 2022. And if your gutters are full of who-knows-what, Shannon from Specialised Property Maintenance in Wodonga is your guy. He’s the gutter whisperer. Honestly.
Irrigation check – Get the irrigation system serviced or planned out now — not when your plants are already gasping in the heat. We can help set up timers too, so your holiday doesn’t turn into a rescue mission for crispy garden beds.
Get planning – Want to build something new? Paving? Retaining walls? Planting overhaul? Let’s chat now, so when the sun comes out, you’re already ahead of the game — not stuck on a waitlist.
At Yards Apart, we’re big believers that winter’s not for sitting still. It’s for getting your ducks in a row, your bulbs in the ground, and your garden set to shine.
Spring may be the star of the show — but winter? Winter is where the magic starts.