Get Your Garden Ready for Spring & Summer – the Hands-On Way

Get Your Garden Ready for Spring & Summer – the Hands-On Way

There’s nothing quite like a South African Spring and Summer in the garden. Whether you’re growing your own greens, creating a lush retreat, or prepping for weekend braais under the trees, it all starts with the right tools and the will to dig in.

August is the month to dust off the winter cold and prep your garden for the warmer, growth spurt weather on the way!

For the gardeners who aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty, trim back, plant bold, and like a good plan -  If this sounds like you, here are a few ways to get your garden spring-ready in August:

 

1. Start with a clean slate
Pruning is the first step to strong summer growth. Trim back old stems, shape hedges, and clear out anything that’s not thriving. A sharp, easy-to-handle secateur can make all the difference, and we’ve got just the ones made for hands-on women and men alike.

2. Water with care
Longer days and rising temperatures mean your plants will need consistent watering. Make sure your hosepipes, spray nozzles, and watering cans are in working order. If you have a fountain or water feature, a fountain pump can help keep things fresh, flowing, and algae-free, supporting a healthier garden environment.

3. Feed for growth
Don’t forget to fertilise. Summer is the peak growing season, and a fertiliser spreader helps you cover your lawn and beds efficiently, ensuring your garden gets exactly what it needs. No more, no less.

4. Refresh and maintain your gear and tools
If your tools are rusty, hoses tangled, or gloves worn through, now’s the time to upgrade. Great tools don’t just get the job done. They make it enjoyable. And that’s what we’re about at Kaufmann.

Ready to up your hands-on garden game?

 

Explore our Garden collection and some great specials and get your garden summer-ready
https://www.kaufmann-sa.co.za/collections/all?page=1&rb_snize_facet1=Garden

To head straight to our Specials page – click HERE

Live hands-on, this spring, summer, and always.


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