Are you ready to get outside and see what’s growing under last fall’s remains? In this post, the aim is to keep it simple and make it as fun as possible when it comes to spring cleaning the flowerbeds. So get out your gardening gloves, grab a collection bin, and your favorite gardening tools & let’s get unveiling. Oh yeah, don’t forget your sunglasses and put on some sunscreen too.
First things first
As you prepare for some time outside, give yourself an opportunity to breathe in some of that fresh spring air, and don’t forget to thank God for this moment as well.
Now, before pulling out the tools and cleaning anything up take a look at the condition of the flowerbeds now.
What is popping up? What has already bloomed? Is anything about to bloom?
One thing I try to remember is to take before and after pictures; that way there is a reflection point for you to look back on when this project is done.
Keep in mind
Depending on your location, springtime garden growth can vary so grant yourself some grace if you haven’t done anything in your garden until now or even at the end of April. Mind you I’m in Michigan and some spring blooming plants have already bloomed while others have not. Sometimes, what is blooming on one side of the house isn’t blooming yet on another side of the house; this makes me smile at God and wonder what He’s up to. That’s something that is out of my control and causes me to be grateful for not missing what I thought I missed.
Next steps
Now that you’ve taken a walk around your flowerbeds, pick a spot to start cleaning up. It’s wise to be gentle during this process, whether you see new growth or not, anything growing is likely to be soft or in the beginning stages of gaining strength. I know I’ve damaged or broken fresh growth from time to time and it hurts my heart to feel like I’ve destroyed something potentially beautiful and new.
When the ground is slightly moist, last year’s growth will likely come up rather easily. Again be gentle.
Although this is a work in progress, click here for a video for taking a walk through your garden. I hope this helps. (More is on the way.)
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To better help you with your flowerbeds, I’m inclined to know a little more about what you are working with.
Not sure? It’s okay. I can still come alongside you.
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