Spring vs Autumn: What’s the Difference in Garden Maintenance?

Everyone knows that each season has its own garden tasks. But what should you really do in spring, and what in autumn? And how does maintenance differ between these seasons? We’ve broken it down for you, so your garden stays healthy and beautiful all year round!

Spring: the start of a new growing season

Spring is all about recovery and growth. After the cold winter, it’s time to prepare the garden for a fresh growing season.

1. Pruning and cleaning: Remove dead branches, leaves, and plant debris. This creates space for new growth.

2. Soil preparation: Aerate the soil and add compost or natural nutrition, such as MAYA plant nutrition, to give your plants a strong start.

3. Planting and sowing: Time to plant new flowers, vegetables, and seeds.

4. Weed control: Removing early weeds prevents them from taking over later in the season.

5. Watering: Pay attention to young plants; spring can be dry, so water when needed.

💡 Tip: Spring is the time to focus on growth and nutrition. A healthy soil is the foundation for a thriving season.

Autumn: preparing for winter

Autumn is all about protection and maintenance. Growth slows down, leaves fall, and the garden prepares for its rest period.

1. Leaf and debris removal: Prevents mold and disease buildup.

2. Lawn and border care: Mow the lawn slightly higher and apply autumn-specific plant nutrition if needed.

3. Pruning: Some plants benefit from light pruning to stay healthy, but be careful with frost-sensitive species.

4. Plant protection: Cover vulnerable plants and use mulch to insulate the soil against frost.

5. Planning ahead: Evaluate what worked well and plan new planting for spring.

💡 Tip: Autumn is the time to strengthen your garden for winter and ensure a strong start next season.

The key differences in garden maintenance

Aspect	Spring	Autumn
Focus	Growth and starting plants	Protection and winter preparation
Soil	Feeding and aerating	Mulching and protecting
Pruning	Cleaning and shaping	Light pruning and removing dead wood
Planting/sowing	New plants and seeds	Little to no sowing
Watering	Extra watering in dry periods	Usually sufficient rainfall

Conclusion

Spring and autumn each have their own priorities in garden care. Spring is all about growth and nutrition, while autumn focuses on protection and preparing for winter. By following these seasonal tasks properly, your garden will stay healthy, strong, and beautiful all year round.

MAYA's tip: Use our All-In-One plant nutrition to strengthen your borders and lawns throughout the year, helping them withstand both spring growth and winter cold.