Spring Gardening Tips for a Thriving Garden
Spring gardening tips: The best time to prepare for a thriving growing season is in the spring—start with soil care, pruning, and planting. Regardless of your level of gardening expertise, these pointers will help you maximize your outdoor area.
Decide Where to Plant
Choose your gardening zone before you plant.
Finding the plants that thrive in your area is made easier using the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
Plant Seeds Indoors
Plants from seeds are satisfying and economical to grow. Start vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and peppers indoors about six weeks before the last frost.
Evaluating and Preparing the Soil A fantastic garden starts with healthy soil. Test the soil to determine its pH and nutritional value. As needed, add fertilizer or compost.
Cleaning the Garden in the Spring
Get rid of the winter mulch and dead leaves.
Perennials should be pruned, but some stems should be left for beneficial insects.
Fruit trees and shrubs should be pruned, but not too much.
What to Plant for Cool-Weather Vegetables in Early Spring: You can grow turnips, onions, lettuce, broccoli, and carrots early.
Plant hardy perennials and shrubs like asters, delphiniums, and pansies in the spring for optimal growth.
Prepare for Warmer Weather
As the temperature increases, prepare for summer planting. Plant cucumbers, squash, and sunflowers directly into the ground in mid-April.
This season, you can have a beautiful and productive garden by using these recommendations.
Source: USA Today
