Essential Tips for a Flourishing Season Preparing your Garden for Spring!

Spring is just around the corner, and now’s the time to prep your garden for a vibrant season. After a wet and muddy winter, here’s how you can ensure your garden is ready to flourish:

1. Clean Up and Weed Winter can leave your garden overrun with weeds and debris. Start by clearing out any unwanted plants, roots, and dead matter. This gives your new plants a fresh start. If you compost, set aside usable organic material like leaves and grass clippings. Just be sure to keep weed seeds out of your compost!

2. Prune Shrubs and Trees Pruning helps your plants grow better by focusing their energy where it’s needed most. Trim back overgrown or unhealthy branches, especially on citrus and other fruiting plants. Don’t worry too much about making the perfect cut—just avoid cutting off flower buds or sensitive areas.

3. Test and Prepare Your Soil Before planting, check your soil’s texture and pH. Loose, well-draining soil is ideal. For a more detailed analysis, consider a soil test kit. Knowing your soil’s condition helps you choose the right plants and amendments for the best results.

4. Replenish Soil with Fertilizer, Compost, and Mulch After testing, give your soil a nutrient boost. Use fertilizer to add essential nutrients, compost to improve soil structure, and mulch to retain moisture. Applying these at the start of spring sets your plants up for success.

5. Plan Ahead Stay organized by creating a planting calendar and stocking up on gardening essentials. Knowing what to plant when, and having supplies on hand, makes the growing season smoother.

6. Choose Quality Soil Mixes and Mulches from Nepean Landscape Supplies The quality of your soil and mulch can make all the difference. Nepean Landscape Supplies offers premium soil mixes and mulches to ensure your garden thrives. Whether you’re planting or mulching, we have the products you need for a healthy, productive garden. Visit us for expert advice and top-quality supplies.

Follow these tips, and you’ll be ready for a beautiful and bountiful spring garden.

Happy gardening!