Project list
Sign in to your account
With project lists you can...
Please sign in or create an account to use Project Lists
With the weather getting warmer, spring is the perfect time to start planting flowers, fruit trees, vegetables and herbs. However, what you can grow also depends on the soil conditions and climate where you live. With a climate as diverse as Australia's, it's important to know which plants are best suited to your region so that you get the best results in your garden.
Before you plant, prepare your soil by digging in compost and manure so your plants have the nutrients they need to grow. Also, make sure the soil is well watered.
Tip: After planting, cover your beds in a 5cm layer of mulch.
Australia is made up of six climatic zones and two main seasonal patterns, so depending on where you live you may be experiencing different weather conditions to other parts of the country. The following is a list of some of the more popular flowers to plant in spring:
| Southern States (Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia) | Western Australia |
| Petunias | Marigolds |
| Snapdragons | Portulacas |
| Marigolds | Impatiens |
| Geraniums | Zinnias |
| Kangaroo Paw | |
| Queensland | Tasmania |
| Gardenias | Hippeastrums |
| Alyssum | Belladonna Lilies |
| Cosmos | Giant Sunflowers |
| Marigolds | |
| Petunias |
Which fruits, vegetables and herbs you can plant and successfully grow in spring will depend on the climate in your region.
Areas that are frost-free or only have occasional frosts. This is the area north of Coffs Harbour in New South Wales and all the way across to Geraldton in the west.
| Fruits and vegetables | Herbs |
| Passionfruit | Parsley |
| Paw paw | Sweet basil |
| Avocado | Dill |
| Banana | Mint |
| Citrus | Marjoram |
| Macadamia | Coriander |
| Rocket | Catnip |
| Silverbeet | Thyme |
| Spring onion | |
| Lettuce | |
| Zucchini | |
| Pumpkin | |
| Leek | |
| Capsicum | |
| Cucumber | |
| Eggplant | |
| Tomatoes |
Areas where there are low temperatures for long periods of time. This includes all of Tasmania, most of Victoria, the southern highlands of New South Wales, the ACT and a small part of the southern South Australia.
| Fruits and vegetables | Herbs |
| Strawberries | Basil |
| Leeks | Chives |
| Onions | Coriander |
| Parsnip | Dill |
| Radishes | Mint |
| Spinach | Oregano |
| Sweet corn | Parsley |
| Beetroot | Sage |
| Tomatoes | Thyme |
| Peas | |
| Silverbeet | |
| Lettuce | |
| Swedes | |
| Turnips | |
| Cucumber |
Where there are occasional winter frosts, this includes much of the rest of Australia, some areas of Victoria, most of South Australia and the southern Western Australia.
| Fruits and vegetables | Herbs |
| Blueberries | Chives |
| Passionfruit | Parsley |
| Paw paw | Catnip |
| Bananas | Sage |
| Citrus | Oregano |
| Olives | Rosemary |
| Spring onion | Thyme |
| Artichoke | Marjoram |
| Celery | |
| Silverbeet | |
| Lettuces | |
| Leeks | |
| Climbing beans | |
| Sweet corn | |
| Tomatoes | |
| Carrots | |
| Radishes |
We've got a huge range of plants, including colour, fruit, vegies or herbs, and plenty of new ideas for your garden.
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
