With the spring season steadily approaching in New England, some people may be wondering, “What can I do to get ahead of the springtime gardening season rush?” If you are eager to feel the soil in your hands and put the gloves back on, then look no further. Here’s a list of a few things you can do to jump start your springtime checklist.
Pruning
As temperatures start to rise and the ground begins to defrost, our plants begin to end their cycle of dormancy. Before new growth emerges, it’s best to prune some of your woody stem favorites in your yard. Fruit trees and berry bushes pruned in the winter can produce a higher yield. Woody ornamental shrubs can also be pruned, but be cautious of removing flower buds when cutting back. If pruning feels too risky, you can always reach out to Natural Living Landscapes!
Cleaning up the Garden Bed
Remove any dead or decaying plants from the prior year if you haven’t already. Do not compost any plants with a history of pest or disease.
Service Tools
Avoid long wait times and lines by getting an early start on tool maintenance. Repair, sharpen, and service any tools that may need maintenance; such as lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and pruners.
Start Plants Indoors
Starting seeds indoors can save you money from buying starters at your local garden center. Starting tomatoes, peppers, and herbs indoors can give you a head start to gardening come springtime. You can also get earlier blooms by starting flowers indoors, such as pansies and petunias.
Seeding Cool Season Grasses
Mid March – Early April is a great time to seed cool season grasses in Massachusetts, just make sure temperatures are around 60° to 70°F.
Once the spring season begins, make sure you call Natural Living Landscapes to ensure proper lawn and garden care.
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