Garden calendar: The most important tasks throughout the year

đŸŒ± Spring (March – May)

  • Rotary tiller : From March onwards, as soon as the ground is frost-free, the soil can be prepared for sowing and planting. Ideal for loosening, aerating, and mixing in compost or fertilizer.

  • Lawn trimmer : From April/May onwards, when the grass grows stronger, for lawn edges and hard-to-reach areas.

  • Hedge shears : First light shaping cuts in May, before the birds' breeding season begins (Attention: Observe the cutting rules in your region!).

  • Pole pruners : In March, old branches and winter damage can be removed. Use sparingly from May onwards.

☀ Summer (June – August)

  • Motorized tiller : Less commonly used, more for cultivating vegetable beds (loosening weeds, breaking up soil).

  • Lawn trimmer : Permanently useful for maintaining lawn edges, especially after every mowing.

  • Hedge shears : The main cut is in June after the breeding season to shape hedges. A second shaping cut can be done in August.

  • Pole pruner : Use only when necessary for overhanging or bothersome branches, preferably on dry days.

🍂 Autumn (September – November)

  • Motorized tiller : Ideal in September/October for digging and incorporating compost or green manure.

  • Lawn trimmer : In use until October to keep the lawn clean before winter.

  • Hedge shears : Last trim in September, then leave the hedges winter-proof.

  • Pole pruners : Suitable from October onwards for pruning trees for winter. Particularly useful for removing deadwood.

❄ Winter (December – February)

  • Rotary tiller : Not to be used as the ground is frozen. Perform maintenance and cleaning.

  • Lawn trimmer : Not in use. Charge the battery and store in a dry place.

  • Hedge shears : Not to be used (observe legal cutting restrictions). Only in February, possibly a light trimming if the weather is frost-free.

  • Pole pruners : Only in exceptional cases and in frost-free weather for shaping cuts or removing deadwood.

👉 Summary :

  • Spring & Autumn : Peak season for the rotary tiller.

  • Summer : Focus on lawn trimmers and hedge trimmers.

  • Autumn & early winter : Use of the pole pruner for tree care.

HĂ€ufige Fragen

Welche Gartenarbeiten sind im Sommer besonders wichtig?

Im Sommer stehen vor allem BewĂ€sserung, Rasenpflege, Unkrautkontrolle, Ernte und die Beobachtung der Pflanzen im Mittelpunkt. Schnittarbeiten an Hecken mĂŒssen die gesetzlichen EinschrĂ€nkungen und den Schutz von Tieren berĂŒcksichtigen.

Wann beginnt die Gartenarbeit im FrĂŒhjahr?

Ein festes Datum gibt es nicht. Entscheidend sind Temperatur, Boden und Witterung. Bodenarbeiten sollten erst beginnen, wenn der Boden frostfrei und nicht stark durchnÀsst ist.