• Plant new roses in rich well drained soil, with plenty of compost. Fertilise with Magamp a 2 year fertiliser when planting. For further information on planting and caring for your roses please check the Palmers Guides to Growing Roses.
  
•  Complete rose pruning in time for spring growth. Spray with Super Shield to protect new growth from pests and diseases.
  
• Plant seedlings of Pansies, Viola, Polyanthus, Cineraria, Stock, Alyssum, Aquilegia, Poppy, Cornflower, Canterbury Bells, Gypsophila, Forget-me not, Hollyhock, Delphinium,
  Cosmos, and Carnations.
  
• Protect seedlings from slugs and snails with Blitzem or Quash.
  
• Sow seeds of Alyssum, Begonia, Californian Poppy, Carnation, Celosia, Chrysanthemum, Cosmos, Dahlia, Delphinium, Dianthus, Gypsophila, Honesty, Marigold,Petunia, Phlox, Portulaca, Salvia, Snapdragon, Sunflower, Verbena, Viscaria, Zinnia, Pansy, Nemesia, and Viola.
  
• Plant perennials. Lift and divide clumps of perennials.
  
• Plant Gladioli, Dahlia, and Begonia tubers for summer flowering.
  
• Plant trees and shrubs now to maximise on spring growth.
  
• Trim Sasanqua Camellias that have finished flowering.
  
• Feed trees and shrubs with a long term controlled release fertiliser such as Magamp.
  
• Tidy up and prepare garden beds for spring planting.
  
• Plant up new seasons flowering annuals in containers.

GENERAL

• Repot indoor plants and overgrown patio plants.
  
• Evenly apply lawn fertiliser to stimulate new growth. Moss can be a problem in poorly drained or shady areas of lawn. Improve drainage where possible. Rake the area thoroughly and apply a solution of Sulphate of Iron (10g per square metre) to kill moss.

• Prepare the garden for spring planting, digging in generous helpings of compost. Now is the time to add Lime if necessary.
  
• Sow seeds in trays ready for transplanting later, Cabbage, Celery, Spring Onion, Onions, Silverbeet, Spinach and Lettuce. Plant seeds in Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix.
  
• In warm districts sow directly into the soil, Carrots, Parsnips, Beetroot, Peas and Radish. In cool climates sow Parsnips, Turnips, Swedes, Peas and Broad Beans.
  
• Plant Seed Potatoes or purchase for sprouting.
  
• Plant Asparagus crowns into previously prepared beds.
  
• Plant Strawberries. Feed liberally with Tui Strawberry Food.
  
• Plant Rhubarb plants. Lift and divide clumps of Rhubarb.
  
• Protect winter crops of Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage and Broad Beans with Champ DP to prevent fungus diseases.
  
• Plant seedlings of Cabbage, Cauliflower, Lettuce, Broccoli, Silverbeet and Spinach.
  
•  Protect seedlings from slugs and snails with Blitzem or Quash.
  
• Protect deciduous trees with Champ DP and Conqueror Oil to prevent fungal and bacterial diseases as well as control overwintering mite eggs or scale insect.
  
• Plant new citrus and deciduous fruit trees.
  
• Fertilise all fruit trees. Spread evenly over root zone, taking care to keep away from trunk.
  
• Lift and divide perennial herbs such as chives and tarragon. Plant new herb plants in garden
  or pots.