gardening tips
HOW TO GROW THE
PERFECT GARDEN THIS
SPRING
Few things say spring like a fresh garden . Getting your plot ready for the season can spark joy after months of the winter blues . Whether you grow your own fresh produce to use in the kitchen or just want bountiful blooms , here are four tips on how to grow the perfect garden this spring :
KNOW WHAT TO GROW .
Your environment will determine the success of your plants , so it ’ s important that you consider things like temperature , rain patterns and the amount of sunlight in your outdoor space . Research if the environment will allow seeds to thrive or if your garden is better suited for young plants . It ’ s always best to grow native plants wherever possible to help nurture your natural environment .
PICK YOUR PLOT .
Not everyone has room for an in-ground garden , so building a garden box may be the perfect choice . Any fearless DIYer can fashion
themselves a garden box with easy-to-use hand tools such as the ones from Benchmark . You can find plenty of design plans online to get started , but the best part about building your own DIY garden box is that you can customize it to whatever size and aesthetic fits your space .
START SIMPLE .
Consider how much time you can dedicate to your garden each week and don ’ t overplant . Perennial flowers and produce such as carrots and cucumbers are a great place to start . You ’ ll learn the dos and don ’ ts of growing very quickly .
MAKE SURE YOU ’ RE WELL-EQUIPPED .
Having the right tools and supplies for your garden goes a long way . You ’ ll need items including a watering can , proper gloves , hand shovels and mulch – all of which you can get at stores like your local Home Hardware . Expert advice paired with quality equipment will put your green thumb to work .
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