Most people get discouraged by the winter months since it dictates a more relaxed lifestyle, with no sunshine to keep them active and about. Usually only gardeners can get excited by this cold season, since it means time off of from planting last season's garden so that they can prepare for spring flowers, even waiting excitedly for any new seeds in the mail. As long as the right preparations are made, they can be all set for their new spring garden once Winter ends.
Gardeners can take advantage of the slow, to zero growth season of Winter to clear out dead vines and leaves for Spring preparation. Any cuttings from bushes or trees that are pest-free can be put into the compost bin, which over time can produce fertile soil; perennial bulbs would need to be dug up and stored in a cool place if they won't survive through the winter underground. Beds of perennial flowers and other plants require a layer of mulch 4-6 inches deep for protection from the cold. Once all the plant bases are cleared up, spring planting modifications can be easily made on a clean slate.
Mulch is an important element to any landscape. A thick layer should be added around trees, shrubs, roses and any other plant with shallow or fragile roots. It is important to keep trees professionally pruned, not only to maintain the health of the tree, but to also ensure the maximum amount of available sun light that can reach the area around the trees. Evergreen trees can be prepared for winter by adding a burlap wrap or mulch ring around their base.
Watering hoses can be drained and coiled to be stored for the winter. This also would be a good opportunity to do maintenance on all your garden tools so they are ready for Spring pruning. Some may need to cleaned, sharpened, and oiled; others that have reached their end may need to be altogether replaced. The gardener cannot become a master without the right tools.
Beginning the growing process inside the home can be a great way to have your plants ready for Spring planting. Using peat pots is an efficient way to get vegetables, flowers, and herbs started indoors. Make sure you have a window that receives bright sunlight, and place the plants their temporarily to get them ready for outdoor transplanting. Those indoor starter plants can be moved outdoors once the risk of freezing or frost is gone for the season. There are also seeds that can be placed directly onto the snow for a mid-spring or early summer budding.
Everything requires planning; do not wait until Spring is here to start on garden preparations or else one might get off to a rocky start. An attractive garden does not mean that it has to be on a large plot of land, nor does it require millions of dollars. Just a little pre-Spring planning and research on suitable plants for your garden will help make any individual's space gorgeous and comforting. Do the planting and prep, then nature will do the rest to give you a beautiful garden in Spring.
Gardeners can take advantage of the slow, to zero growth season of Winter to clear out dead vines and leaves for Spring preparation. Any cuttings from bushes or trees that are pest-free can be put into the compost bin, which over time can produce fertile soil; perennial bulbs would need to be dug up and stored in a cool place if they won't survive through the winter underground. Beds of perennial flowers and other plants require a layer of mulch 4-6 inches deep for protection from the cold. Once all the plant bases are cleared up, spring planting modifications can be easily made on a clean slate.
Mulch is an important element to any landscape. A thick layer should be added around trees, shrubs, roses and any other plant with shallow or fragile roots. It is important to keep trees professionally pruned, not only to maintain the health of the tree, but to also ensure the maximum amount of available sun light that can reach the area around the trees. Evergreen trees can be prepared for winter by adding a burlap wrap or mulch ring around their base.
Watering hoses can be drained and coiled to be stored for the winter. This also would be a good opportunity to do maintenance on all your garden tools so they are ready for Spring pruning. Some may need to cleaned, sharpened, and oiled; others that have reached their end may need to be altogether replaced. The gardener cannot become a master without the right tools.
Beginning the growing process inside the home can be a great way to have your plants ready for Spring planting. Using peat pots is an efficient way to get vegetables, flowers, and herbs started indoors. Make sure you have a window that receives bright sunlight, and place the plants their temporarily to get them ready for outdoor transplanting. Those indoor starter plants can be moved outdoors once the risk of freezing or frost is gone for the season. There are also seeds that can be placed directly onto the snow for a mid-spring or early summer budding.
Everything requires planning; do not wait until Spring is here to start on garden preparations or else one might get off to a rocky start. An attractive garden does not mean that it has to be on a large plot of land, nor does it require millions of dollars. Just a little pre-Spring planning and research on suitable plants for your garden will help make any individual's space gorgeous and comforting. Do the planting and prep, then nature will do the rest to give you a beautiful garden in Spring.
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