Taking care of your garden is a beautiful and rewarding cycle. Seasonal maintenance ensures that each season contributes to a more vibrant green space.
With just a few simple actions each season, you save time, money, and transform your garden into a natural retreat.
This guide brings everything you need to know to perform seasonal maintenance with ease, joy, and real results.
Spring
Cleaning and Preparation
Remove dead leaves, fallen branches, and assess winter damage.
Smart Pruning
Trim dead or diseased branches and shape plants to encourage fresh growth.
Nourished Soil
Turn the soil, add compost, and adjust pH. Strong gardens start with healthy soil.
Summer
Efficient Watering
Water early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid evaporation. Use mulch.
Pest Control
Inspect leaves regularly. Remove pests by hand or use natural solutions.
Support and Beauty
Stake tall flowers and deadhead to prolong blooming.
Fall
General Cleanup
Remove annuals, fallen leaves, and dry remains. Time to prepare for cold.
Bulb Planting
Plant tulips, daffodils, and other spring bloomers now.
Final Fertilization
Apply organic fertilizer to strengthen roots before winter.
Winter
Dormant Pruning
Take advantage of plant dormancy to do structural pruning on shrubs and trees.
Tools in Order
Clean, sharpen, and store tools properly. It extends lifespan and prevents pests.
Planning Ahead
Sketch a new layout, choose native plants, and consider sustainability.
Quick Tips
- Use native plants: less work, more adaptation.
- Make self-watering beds using PET bottles.
- Grow garden buddies! Exchange cuttings with neighbors.
Transform Your Garden in 365 Days of Beauty
Seasonal maintenance is an invitation to slow down and experience each garden cycle with purpose.
By incorporating these small actions, you ensure a living, renewed, and inspiring garden all year long.
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