Spring is one of the most exciting times in the garden. As the days get warmer and longer, it's the perfect time to introduce fresh colour, herbs, vegetables and new growth.

Whether you have a backyard, courtyard or balcony, here are a few things to plant this spring.

Add Some Colour

Bring your garden to life with seasonal flowers such as petunias, marigolds, begonias, impatiens and alyssum.

For longer-lasting colour, combine flowering plants with evergreen foliage to keep your garden looking full once the flowers have finished.

Grow Your Own Herbs

Spring is ideal for starting an herb garden. Basil, parsley, chives, thyme, oregano and coriander can all be grown in pots, making them perfect for balconies and smaller spaces.

Keep them somewhere sunny and make sure your pots have good drainage.

Plant Some Vegetables

If you're ready to grow your own produce, spring is a great time to plant tomatoes, capsicum, cucumber, beans, zucchini, lettuce and carrots.

Pots and planters make growing vegetables easy, even if you don't have a traditional garden bed.

Don't Forget Evergreen Plants

Evergreen plants provide year-round structure and are a great foundation for any garden.

Consider gardenia, camellia, lomandra or nandina, depending on your climate and growing conditions.

Use them as a backdrop for seasonal flowers or as statement plants in pots.

Make the Most of Your Balcony

You don't need a backyard to enjoy spring gardening.

Create a simple layered look with a statement plant for height, flowers for colour, herbs for practicality and trailing plants to soften the edges.

Choose different pot sizes to add height and interest without overcrowding your space.

Before You Plant

Before getting started, check your sunlight, soil, drainage and available space, and choose plants suited to your local climate.

Spring is a season for fresh starts and new growth. Whether you're adding a few herbs to your balcony or refreshing your entire garden, choose plants that work for your space and enjoy watching them grow.