Your Seasonal Lawn Care Plan for Queensland Turf

Keep your lawn green, healthy and weed-free all year with our expert care calendar. Designed for South East Queensland’s warm climate and locally grown turf.

Overview: Why Seasonal Lawn Care Matters

Queensland’s subtropical weather means your lawn goes through growth surges, dormant phases, and pest-prone periods — especially if you're in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, or Woodford. Each turf type (like Sir Walter Buffalo or Empire Zoysia) has slightly different needs, but they all benefit from seasonal care.

This guide helps you stay ahead of problems and maintain a thick, green, low-maintenance lawn.

Summer (Dec–Feb):
Growth + Watering

What’s Happening:
Warm days and summer rain trigger rapid turf growth — but also invite pests, fungal diseases, and weeds if your lawn isn’t managed properly.

Lawn Care Tips:

  • Maintain vibrant colour and thick coverage
  • Avoid weeds, grubs, and fungal issues
  • Choose the right care for your specific turf type

Autumn (Mar–May):
Repair & Prepare for Dormancy

What’s Happening:
Growth slows down and days get shorter. Autumn is ideal for lawn renovation and prepping for winter.

Lawn Care Tips:

  • Mowing: Every 2–3 weeks
  • Watering: Reduce frequency as temps drop
  • Fertilising: Apply autumn fertiliser in March or early April
  • Aeration & Top Dressing: Ideal time to aerate and repair compacted areas
  • Weed Prevention: Apply pre-emergent herbicide for winter weeds

Product Recommendations:

  • Autumn Lawn Fertiliser
  • Soil Conditioner or Top Dress Mix (available on request)
  • Weed Prevention: Apply pre-emergent herbicide for winter weeds

Winter (Jun–Aug):
Protect & Maintain Colour

What’s Happening:
Growth slows significantly, and turf may lose some colour. However, with proper care, you can keep your lawn looking great.

Lawn Care Tips:

  • Mowing: Only as needed (every 3–4 weeks)
  • Watering: 1x per week or only during dry spells
  • Fertilising: Apply a winter fertiliser in late May or early June
  • Pest Watch: Monitor for lawn grubs and fungal spots
  • Shade Management: Prune trees and remove leaf litter to allow more sun

Product Recommendations:

  • Winter Lawn Fertiliser
  • Wetting Agent if soil becomes water-repellent

Spring (Sep–Nov):
Boost & Rejuvenate

What’s Happening:
Turf exits dormancy and begins growing quickly again. Spring is the best time for feeding, repairing, and re-seeding patchy areas.

Lawn Care Tips:

  • Mowing: Resume regular mowing (weekly or fortnightly)
  • Watering: Increase to 2x per week
  • Fertilising: Apply a strong spring starter fertiliser
  • De-thatching & Aeration: Great time to remove dead thatch and open up the soil
  • Weed Watch: Early treatment prevents summer outbreaks

Product Recommendations:

  • Spring Starter Fertiliser
  • Lawn Repair Pack

Tailored Tips for Turf Types

Turf Variety Key Seasonal Tip
Sir Walter Buffalo De-thatch lightly in spring to prevent build-up
Palmetto Buffalo Very drought-hardy, but still feed twice yearly
Empire Zoysia Minimal mowing, but fertilise in early spring and autumn
Wintergreen Couch Needs frequent mowing and fertilising, especially in summer

Set & Forget: Ask About Our Lawn Care Packages

We offer scheduled seasonal services including:

  • Fertiliser application
  • Pest control
  • Lawn health checks
  • Turf repair/top dress
  • Weed and disease treatment

Available in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast & Woodford.

Keep Your Lawn at Its Best All Year

No matter the season, Hancey’s Turf is here to support your lawn with expert advice, top-quality products, and trusted local service.
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