{"id":1271,"date":"2026-07-19T20:34:21","date_gmt":"2026-07-19T08:34:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/?p=1271"},"modified":"2026-07-19T20:34:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-19T08:34:22","slug":"preparing-your-garden-for-spring-a-winter-gardening-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/preparing-your-garden-for-spring-a-winter-gardening-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing Your Garden for Spring: A Winter Gardening Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While winter may seem like a quiet season in the garden, July is actually one of the most important months for preparing for spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A little work now can make all the difference when warmer weather arrives. From planting bulbs to pruning and improving soil health, these simple winter gardening tasks will help set the stage for a colourful and productive spring garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re an experienced gardener or just getting started, here\u2019s how to make the most of your garden this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-large-font-size\"><strong>Plant Spring Bulbs Now<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>July is one of the best times to plant spring-flowering bulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Popular choices include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5b7321018579c8d844e9684a841b5a98\">Tulips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b5c6e460eebbb4593216a8a7297c7edf\">Freesias<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f821c03c459e6e715331b859f965174c\">Daffodils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6667cf8b39ecd7059e3f06b910768071\">Hyacinths<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8e3daa8ed60b9da77081999f1437db40\">Ranunculus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a21bde2c93a6415cc531e7572f9995df\">Anemones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Planting bulbs now allows them to establish roots during winter, resulting in stronger blooms when spring arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gardening Tip:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose a sunny position with well-draining soil and plant bulbs at approximately two to three times their depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-large-font-size\"><strong>Refresh Your Garden Beds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter is the ideal time to prepare garden beds before the growing season begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-399542d0835de321cca92527fc1d9ba6\">Removing weeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c4a399fd0ccf476139d76405a30f23f2\">Clearing away dead plant material<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-62f8b30915c4f7f5d5f585e57cf5a2e5\">Adding compost or organic matter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fffde58a8e4626b5fabced1c9241ad3b\">Mulching to protect soil health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy soil provides the foundation for healthy plants, flowers, and vegetables throughout spring and summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prune and Tidy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Many trees, shrubs, and roses benefit from winter pruning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pruning can help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7d54e767e36f1eb03cd0956dab00f1d8\">Encourage healthy new growth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cb8b32f440c8af2b809aae49c78f1b99\">Improve airflow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6dfbe61fd3fa3b2182de740a45d3017d\">Shape plants before spring growth begins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18cca5e741e61603e0c8fc0e1f339345\">Remove damaged or diseased branches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check the specific requirements for each plant before pruning, as timing can vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Start Planning Your Spring Colour Palette<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the joys of gardening is imagining how your garden will look in the months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider creating combinations of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Soft Pastels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5b7321018579c8d844e9684a841b5a98\">Tulips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b5c6e460eebbb4593216a8a7297c7edf\">Freesias<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2eff0de8de84e862e01511ddc07b6239\">Sweet peas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bright and Bold<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8e3daa8ed60b9da77081999f1437db40\">Ranunculus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9e5f7c84633a02d0679f7f2b8f890a6b\">Poppies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f821c03c459e6e715331b859f965174c\">Daffodils<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Classic Whites and Greens<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b397e4486dcb35ed6ee9ef97ea4c1dcc\">White tulips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4e2da3ef4c5733113b4dfae510c8cc83\">Stocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6f254be80edaa54cf88fa1284a6b750b\">Flowering natives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning now makes it easier to stagger flowering times and enjoy colour throughout the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/p-pre-spring-posy-458507\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/77D050FF-AD2F-4D25-A5BE-2CAC62E5AE0C-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/77D050FF-AD2F-4D25-A5BE-2CAC62E5AE0C-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/77D050FF-AD2F-4D25-A5BE-2CAC62E5AE0C-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/77D050FF-AD2F-4D25-A5BE-2CAC62E5AE0C-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/77D050FF-AD2F-4D25-A5BE-2CAC62E5AE0C.png 1535w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bring Seasonal Flowers Indoors<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your garden is still waiting for spring, you can enjoy fresh seasonal flowers inside your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A vase of winter blooms can instantly brighten a room and bring a touch of nature indoors while you wait for the garden to burst into life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresh flowers are also a wonderful reminder that every season has its own beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Plant in July in New Zealand<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your region, July is a great time to plant:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flowers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5b7321018579c8d844e9684a841b5a98\">Tulips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b5c6e460eebbb4593216a8a7297c7edf\">Freesias<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f821c03c459e6e715331b859f965174c\">Daffodils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-98128d774551bef37e67b9b75362a052\">Pansies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19369872d35914ac5e91bb222ced6f2d\">Primulas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegetables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14e076d571b151c502be4998e2df15d6\">Broad beans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f88bf00278647ee254bb62d3e7bc9480\">Peas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-83dfa268f737952ffdee505136d61f27\">Garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-75fabaa808d4e725a5d3772d0f32d7c6\">Spinach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silverbeet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Herbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cb5b7949c50fc11b369d4ec8e8bcfb7c\">Parsley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dada7596157f60c153427a4ed2ff21ad\">Coriander<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-cm-text-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-47726cec9aedfafa09f09d50544ca3a7\">Chives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Little Preparation Goes a Long Way<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Gardening teaches us patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bulbs planted today won\u2019t bloom tomorrow, but with a little preparation and care, they\u2019ll reward you in the months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>July is the perfect reminder that every beautiful spring garden starts with quiet work during winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/314D3BBF-DC2E-462B-AB31-A7200F553577-768x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1335\" 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