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T he post-winter garden is not always a pretty sight but, with some groundwork, you can get your garden beds ready for planting. Aaron Whitehouse of Mr. Fothergill’s believes spring is the gardener’s favourite season. “For the best chance of success, be sure to prepare your planting space,” he advises. Feed your soil, not your plants, says Claire Talbot, founder and garden designer at Sculpt Gardens (sculptgardens.co.nz). “Your plants grow in the ground, so spend time nurturing the soil. Add organic material – apply plenty of compost, seaweed or sheep manure pellets (best if you don’t have dogs) around the base of all your existing plants to ensure they thrive.” For new beds, dig in compost and other fertilisers and let them settle for a week or so before planting. Always use composted manures, not fresh. Start out strong Sow seeds directly into your prepared planting space or into Jiffy pots. “Starting seeds with Jiffy pots can offer them a more protected start and the chance to grow into strong seedlings before being planted out into your garden,” says Aaron. Right now you can plant classic garden vegetables such as beans, capsicums, chillies, eggplants, melons, pumpkins, sweet corn, tomatoes and zucchini, says Aaron. Many herbs also enjoy getting their start in spring, including “Remember to read the detailed growing instructions on the back of your seed packets to give each plant what it needs” Aaron Whitehouse, Mr. Fothergill’s 62 bunnings.co.nz | bunningsnz | bunnings Using a biodegradable pot for seeds makes transplanting easier – by planting out the whole pot, delicate roots are not disturbed culinary favourites such as parsley, thyme, oregano and basil. “You can add colour to your garden by planting flowers,” he suggests. “Some great choices to start in spring are alyssums, asters, cosmos, marigolds, nasturtiums, salvias, snapdragons and ever-popular sunflowers.” For the more adventurous gardener, try something brag-worthy. Look to international cuisine and its varied ingredients – some iconic, such as Italian Roma tomatoes, Thai chillies and Chinese cabbage, and others more unique, including goji berries, burgundy okra, Photography Getty Images Soil sustenance

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