Spring is the season of growth and new life and after a long, cold winter, it’s time to get your garden ready for the warmer months ahead. Preparing your garden for spring can seem like a daunting task, but with a few essential steps, you can have a beautiful and healthy garden in no time. In this article, we’ll look at some key jobs to help get your garden and any flower box looking its best in time for warmer weather.
Clear the Debris
The first step in preparing your garden for spring is to clear away any debris that has accumulated over the winter. This includes fallen leaves, dead branches, and any other mess that has gathered. Spending a little time clearing up, and on simple tasks like jet washing the patio and wiping down fences can help you to see what needs to be done and give you a great base to work from.
Clean and Repair Furniture
If your garden furniture has been safely packed away over winter, you might just need to give it a quick clean when you take it out in time for warmer weather. However, if you left it out you might also need to make some repairs or even look at a replacement sunloungers and tables.
Prune Your Trees and Shrubs
The next step is to prune your trees and shrubs. Pruning helps to promote healthy growth and prevent disease. It also helps to shape your trees and shrubs, making them look more attractive and less unkempt as they start to grow more quickly.
Give Your Soil Some Attention
Spring is the perfect time to amend your soil. Test the pH and add organic matter, like manure or compost, to improve its structure, fertility, and water-holding capacity so that it’s ready to start growing plants and crops.
Start Your Seeds Indoors
You can start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date in your area. This will give your plants a head start and help them grow stronger and healthier.
Clean and Sharpen Your Garden Tools
Cleaning and sharpening your garden tools are important steps in preparing your garden for spring. Clean, sharp tools are easier to work with and less likely to lead to accidents and injuries.
Plan Your Garden
Spring is a great time to plan your garden. Decide what plants you want to grow and where you want to plant them. Consider the amount of sun and shade each area of your garden receives, as well as the soil type and drainage.
Start Planting
Once you have cleared your garden, amended your soil, tested your soil pH, started your seeds, cleaned and sharpened your tools, and planned your garden, it’s time to start planting. Follow the planting instructions for each type of plant and be sure to water them regularly.
Repairing your garden for spring can seem overwhelming, but with the right steps and approach, it can be fun and fulfilling. By starting early, and preparing carefully, you can ensure your garden is in full swing for when the better weather comes.
