As the days lengthen and the temperature rises, it’s time to dust off your gardening tools. Here are some top tips to help you make the most of your spring gardening endeavours:
1. Prepare your soil before planting by removing any weeds, debris, or old plant material from your garden beds. Turn the soil over and incorporate compost or aged manure to boost fertility.
2. Consider the layout of your garden and plan what you want to grow, considering sunlight exposure, water availability, and the eventual size of your plants.
3. Start seeds indoors using trays and containers filled with a seed-starting mix to give them a head start and allow you to extend the growing season.
4. Prune and divide perennials by removing dead or damaged growth and cutting back overgrown branches. Dividing crowded perennials promotes better flowering.
5. Apply a layer of mulch to your garden beds to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
6. Monitor for pests and diseases: Implement pest management strategies, such as hand-picking pests, using natural predators, or applying organic pesticides as needed.
7. Water deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root growth and drought tolerance.
By following these tips, you can kickstart the growing season and create a vibrant and flourishing garden to enjoy throughout the year.