Seasonal Garden Maintenance for Commercial Sites
You’ve probably seen it before—one commercial property with lush, green lawns and clean, thriving landscapes that make it look like they print money…
… and another, just down the street, with patchy grass, overgrown weeds, and half-dead plants that screams “We don’t care.”
Here’s the truth: The condition of your property’s landscape is a direct reflection of your business.
And just like your business, your landscape needs a seasonal strategy to thrive—because what works in summer won’t work in winter.
Skip the right maintenance at the right time? You’ll be playing damage control all year, wasting money on costly fixes instead of building long-term, high-impact curb appeal.
Let’s break it down season by season, so you can stop guessing and start getting real ROI from your landscape maintenance investment.
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Spring: The Foundation for the Entire Year 🌱
Spring is the most critical season in commercial landscaping. Why? Because what you do now determines how much money and effort you’ll waste (or save) later.
1. Fertilisation & Soil Health
Your lawn is waking up from winter like an overworked CEO after an all-nighter—it needs fuel. A proper spring fertilisation plan gets nutrients back into the soil, strengthening grass and plants so they can handle summer’s brutal heat.
💡 Pro tip: Skip generic fertiliser. Get a soil test and customise your nutrient mix so your plants. Add what your soil needs, not what the landscape supply shop says your lawn should need.
2. Aeration & Overseeding
Compacted soil is like a business with red tape—it blocks growth. Aeration breaks up the soil, allowing oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach the roots.
Pair this with overseeding to fill in thin areas and strengthen the lawn’s resilience against weeds.
3. Weed & Pest Prevention (Before They Take Over)
Weeds and pests are a business problem—they steal resources, spread fast, and cost 10x more to remove once they’ve taken hold.
A strong pre-emergent herbicide strategy and pest control plan in spring saves you thousands in emergency fixes later.
It is far cheaper to prevent weed growth than to control it. Pre-emergenct herbicides form a core part of our landscape maintenance programs.
Summer: Survival Mode ☀️
This is where most commercial properties either shine… or burn out. High temperatures, drought risks, and increased foot traffic can destroy your lawn and gardens if you don’t prepare. Yes, we are talking about the same lawn and garden you just spent $100,000 installing.
1. Smart Irrigation & Water Management
Watering isn’t about volume—it’s about efficiency. Commercial properties that waste thousands on water bills usually have outdated irrigation systems. Smart irrigation systems with moisture sensors reduce water waste by up to 50% while keeping landscapes healthy.
2. Mowing & Lawn Care
Cutting grass too short? You’re inviting in pest and disease. Letting it grow too long? You’re inviting pests and diseases.
✅ Best practice: Keep most lawn areas between 25-35mm to retain moisture and prevent weed growth. If you want to take it down to 10-15mm you’ll need to consider a full lawn care program to keep the health of the soil pumping along so you can keep it healthy.
3. Mulching for Heat Protection
Think of mulch like sunscreen for your soil. It locks in moisture, regulates temperature, and keeps weeds out—reducing maintenance costs significantly. Purchasing mulch in bulk can provide significant discounts over small quantities. Expect to be laying fresh mulch every 12-18 months depending on local environmental conditions.
Autumn is a great time to plant trees in South-East Queensland. Decent soil moisture and low temperatures improves tree survival rates!
Autumn: The Pre-Winter Power Move 🍂
This is where business owners either set themselves up for success… or get blindsided by winter. Though we are lucky in Brisbane to avoid the snow, extreme colds or winter frosts, winter is typically the driest and coldest season. Meaning grass growth slows down significantly!
1. Leaf & Debris Removal
Leaves may look pretty, but they choke your lawn if left to rot. If you don’t clear them, they suffocate the grass, invite pests, and promote mould.
Solution? Regular leaf cleanup.
2. Late-Season Fertilisation (the Game Changer)
This is where smart businesses separate themselves from amateurs. Applying a slow-release fertiliser in autumn gives your lawn a nutrient reserve—keeping it strong through winter and giving it a head start in spring.
3. Pruning for future growth.
Proper pruning is essential for strong, healthy trees and shrubs. By improving structure, enhancing airflow, and encouraging balanced growth, pruning helps plants thrive, reducing the risk of disease and promoting long-term vitality.
Solution: Prune trees and shrubs in autumn to give plants at least a few weeks of warm weather to recover from the pruning work before winter hits.
Autum and Winter is great time to get on top of maintaining firebreaks, clearing up paddocks and fence areas and chopping up fallen timber for firewood.
Winter: The Season for Smarter Landscape maintenance in SEQ ❄️
Many property owners ease up on landscape care in winter—but in South East Queensland, this is the perfect time to set up your landscape for success before the warmer months return. Here’s how to make the most of it:
1. Improve Soil Health
Winter is the ideal time to replenish soil nutrients and improve structure before the growing season begins.
Apply compost or organic matter to boost soil fertility
Aerate compacted areas to improve water penetration
- Check pH levels and consider fertiliser needs. Prepare a plan for Spring!
2. Manage Weeds Before They Spread
Many invasive weeds thrive in SEQ’s mild winter conditions and can take over by spring if left unchecked.
Hand-pull or spot-spray weeds before they seed\
Mulch garden beds to suppress weed growth
Use cover crops in bare areas to prevent weed establishment
3. Prepare for Bushfire Season
SEQ’s dry winter leads into peak bushfire season, making winter the best time to reduce fire risks. Don’t wait for Summer to hit.
Prune trees and remove dead branches
Clear leaf litter and dry debris around structures
Create firebreaks or low-fuel zones around your property
A little winter preparation goes a long way toward a healthier, more resilient landscape in spring and summer!
The Bottom Line: Plan or Pay the Price
Every season, you have two choices:
Proactively maintain your commercial property’s landscape—reducing long-term costs, increasing property value, and attracting customers.
Ignore seasonal maintenance—leading to higher water bills, emergency fixes, and landscapes that hurt your business’s reputation.
Most companies lose thousands of dollars every year because they react instead of prepare.
But the smart ones? They get a plan, execute it, and make sure their commercial landscape is an asset—not a liability.
If you want to stop playing defense and start getting real results from your landscape maintenance, let’s talk. We’ll show you how to get the most out of your commercial property year-round.
