Tending to the garden after a long winter can be a daunting process, but with the right plan in place and the right tools to hand, you can blaze through your to-do list in no time.
Maintaining your garden is important for curb appeal, and will ensure that you won’t have any damaged pathways or paving, preserving your property’s value.
But more importantly, it’s also generally nice to have a nice outdoor space where you can relax when the summer comes along.
To get your garden ready for summer, you need to get the wheels in motion in spring.
With that in mind, let’s look at some of the top tips and tools needed to get your garden in shape.
Top Plants to Grow This Spring
First and foremost, you will need to kill all of those invasive weeds and get your grass cut.
Once that’s done your garden might be looking a bit bare, but don’t worry a few plants should fix that.
A popular option is Verbena Scentsation, but whether it’s roses, daisies or something more eye-catching like Dianthus Hollandia, there’s a plant for everyone.
So how do you choose one that works for you? First of all, consider your desired colour scheme, then consider how big you want your plants to be, and finally base your choice on how much time you have available for upkeep.
Once you have all of your requirements noted, it’ll be much easier to make a decision, as you’ll have set criteria.
Natural Ways to Boost Your Garden’s Health
People are always looking for the next weird and wonderful way to make their garden grow, but at the end of the day, it’s actually very simple.
Add in some compost and maintain your garden on a regular basis, watering your plants and flowers as often as needed.
It’s as simple as that! There might be quicker ways to get your garden looking green and lush, but the tried and tested approach of consistent maintenance always offers the best results.
The Gardener’s Spring Toolkit
You’re probably going to need some specialised tools come the spring season. Here are a few that you may want to consider buying:
- Spreader – get things ready to grow quickly and easily with a spreader. They are available in a range of sizes and accommodate several budgets,
- Shear – Any weeds that have cropped up over the winter are likely to be extremely stubborn, so in tandem with some weed killer, you might want to get some shears
- Rake – Once you’ve finished up with any composting, use a rake for a nice smooth finish.
Choosing the Right Garden Furniture for Spring
Think of your garden as if it were a room. Look at the layout and consider where a chair would best fit.
That is the approach to garden furniture that gets the best results.
In terms of the furniture itself, there are a number of great brands out there, like Alexander Rose, Hartman and Glendale, among others.
No Spring Without A Good Barbecue
You can’t go wrong with a good barbecue. While a disposable option is great, having a proper barbecue makes your home a great place for gatherings.
There are lots of barbeque options on the market, so much like your plants, consider things as practically as possible.
How often will you use it? Do you have the time for upkeep? How many people are you looking to feed?
The answer to those questions should help you scope out the right barbecue or grill.
