August is a massive month for getting your patch ready for the warmer weather, and this week on Hunter Today, we’re rolling up our sleeves for Week 2 of our spring prep series. 

Following on from last week's foundational yard work, resident garden guru Gav joins us in the studio to dive deep into the vege patch and tackle the crucial next steps for your lawn. Whether you're planning your spring harvest or trying to get your grass looking lush before the growing season hits, we’ve got your weekend gardening checklist sorted.

Also in this episode:

• The Vege Patch Reset: What crops, seeds, and seedlings you should be planting right now across the Hunter to ensure a bumper spring and summer harvest.

• Next-Level Lawn Care: Moving beyond basic prep—how to feed, weed, and revitalize your turf so it bounces back stronger after the cooler winter months.

• Local Growing Tips: Tailored advice for Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Hunter gardeners dealing with regional soil and seasonal shifts.

If you want to get your garden blooming and your vege patch firing before spring officially arrives, this is your essential guide.