Garden Tips for Early Spring

When it starts to get warmer and the days get longer in March, you can start getting your garden ready for growing. Plant some early crops and make your flower beds look nice. These 17 tasks will help you get going and make sure everything is ready for late-spring blooms.

Don’t let winter drag on any longer – read on and learn how you can make the most out of this March in our beautiful gardens!

Check for Winter Damage

Now that the frost is gone and the growing season is here, it’s time to inspect your trees, and shrubs for any signs of damage caused by cold temperatures. Look out for broken branches or fungi growing on them as well as any overturned soil or rising ground which could signify any very young plants, seedlings or roots that are not properly protected.

To ensure your roses flourish and bloom throughout the summer months, be sure to prune regularly. If you find any old wood that has been harmed due to the frosty winter weather, then cut this away immediately. Finally, take a walk around the property to look for any other bruised or damaged trees, shrubs, fruit trees, and plants so that can be nurtured.

Clear Out Any Dead Vegetation from Last Season

As March arrives, it’s time to get your veg plot ready for the season! Start by cleaning out the dead plants from last year – this will make room for new growth. You can also clean up lawn edges and other areas where you plan to sow seeds or plant seedlings. Once your growing medium is cleared away, add some compost to give the soil more nutrients as it warms up. Now it’s time to start sowing seeds or planting seedlings – so get out there and start getting your garden ready!

Sharpen your Gardening Tools

As temperatures around March begin to rise and the cold weather of winter subsides, now is a great time to complete your yearly gardening spring clean! Start by sharpening all of your gardening tools – from shovels, lawn mower blades and pruning shears, to any other hand tools you may have.

A sharp tool is always safer and more effective than one that has been blunted or made dull. You can achieve this by using a file or sharpening stone at least once a year to ensure your tools are prepared for the warm months ahead.

Start a Garden Journal

Starting a journal is a great way to watch your garden grow. In March, you can start sowing seeds and planting young plants in your garden. As the early spring months pass, you will be able to witness the growth of your garden. It’s important to write down what you see in the journal. Write down information like new leaf buds or when certain flowers finish blooming. A journal will help plan for next year, giving you an idea of what worked and what didn’t. Not only is it fun to keep track of your garden’s progress, but it also helps you stay organized and informed about what works best for your space!

Start a Compost Pile

Composting is a great way to give your garden a head start for the growing season ahead. It’s an easy process that turns organic matter, like food scraps and leaves, into nutrient-rich soil that can help your garden thrive. Composting is also an eco-friendly way to reduce waste going to landfills.

To get started with composting, all you need to do is create a pile of organic materials in your yard or garden and turn it every now and then. As the materials break down, they will form a soil-like substance that you can use as fertilizer for your plants. The more often you turn the pile, the faster it will decompose into compost.

Composting is an easy and rewarding way to help your garden grow while also reducing waste in landfills. So why not give it a try?

Amend Your Soil

Before you can start growing vegetables in your garden, it is important to prepare the soil. Adding compost or manure to the soil in March or early spring will provide essential nutrients.

Compost is a great way to add organic material to your soil, as it contains beneficial microorganisms that help break down organic material into nutrients. You can create a compost bin in your backyard or kitchen to collect organic waste such as food scraps and yard trimmings.

Prune Shrubs

It’s time to prune your shrubs in March and early spring! Pruning is an important part of gardening, as it helps promote new growth and keeps plants healthy. Dead foliage should be trimmed away so that the strongest shoots can come out. This will help ensure that new buds form and bloom correctly later on. Pruning spring flowering shrubs now will help your plants grow strong and healthy when the new growth appears in a few months. So don’t wait – get out there and start pruning now for beautiful blooms later!

Start Prepping for New Vegetables or Flowers.

March is a great time to plant spring bulbs such as tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. Plant them in well-drained soil and water them regularly. You can also start planting cool season favorites like kale, spinach, and lettuce during this month.

As the weather warms up in March, you may start to see new shoots emerging from your plants. With proper care and attention, your garden will be blooming with beautiful flowers and vegetables in no time!

March is an exciting time for gardening! With the right preparation and care, you can get your garden ready for the growing season ahead. Start by adding some compost to your vegetable plot. Then plant some spring bulbs like tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. Keep an eye out for new shoots emerging from your plants. For information on how to grow vegetables in a small yard, check out this post:

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Plant fruit and vegetable seeds such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, radish, carrots, lettuce, and spinach.

Planting a vegetable garden in March, early spring, is a rewarding way to provide fresh, nutritious food for your family. Radishes, carrots, lettuce, and spinach are a great starting point, you can also challenge yourself by planting raspberry canes or sowing sweet peas and early varieties of broccoli and brussels sprouts.

When planning out your garden space, make sure to use quality soil and follow the instructions on the seed packets. This will help ensure that your vegetables have the right environment to grow quickly and successfully. To protect your more tender vegetables like sweet peas or peppers, consider investing in some horticultural fleece which will act as an insulation layer to protect plants against cold temperatures.

Take Care of Your Lawn

Taking care of your lawn is a vital part of keeping it healthy and looking great! When the soil starts to warm up and new growth is appearing, it’s important to take care of some key tasks.

First, you should mow your lawn regularly with a sharp mower blade, while maintaining well-defined edges either by adding extra dirt or using a lawn edger. Then, around mid-March when the weather starts to get warmer, you can apply some special compost as a top dressing your lawn. This will add nutrients back into the soil, smooth out rough areas, and help protect your lawn from disease.

Install drip irrigation systems

During summer, a drip irrigation system is a simple way to make sure your fruit trees and annuals are getting enough water, even when you are busy. A drip system sends water right to the roots. This helps the water go deep into the soil. Each plant gets just enough water over time.

A drip irrigation system can help protect your plants from the heat of summer. It also saves you time and money because it waters them for you. Invest in a drip irrigation system to keep your garden healthy during summer days.

Mulch Garden Beds to Conserve Water and Control Weeds.

Gardening is a fun way to be with nature and make your backyard look nice. In early spring, when the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to start preparing your garden for growing. One of the best ways to do this is by using mulch around the bed. Mulch helps keep moisture in the soil and can help prevent weeds from taking over your veg plot.

It’s important to put down a thick layer of mulch before you plant anything so that it can really do its job. You can use fresh compost or other moisture-retaining mulch like wood chips. Mulching your garden in March will help ensure that your plants have everything they need to thrive while preventing moisture loss!

Plant Perennials and Annuals

Creating a colorful garden doesn’t have to be difficult. To get started, you’ll need young perennials and annuals. Perennials are plants that come back every year, while annuals need to be replaced each season. To keep your garden looking colorful all summer long, plant summer bulbs and half hardy annuals in late winter or early spring. If you’re not sure what type of plants to get, ask a local nursery or garden center for help. Once you’ve gathered the necessary supplies, it’s time to start planting!

Put up Birdhouses and Bird Baths

Birdhouses and bird baths make a great addition to any garden, bringing music and color right outside your window. Not only are they a beautiful sight, but they can help protect your plants from pesky insect pests in the winter. To make sure you attract different kinds of birds all year long, construct birdhouses from old wood and place them outside in March. This way, as soon as the sun comes out during the warmer months, you’ll be able to watch your feathered friends enjoying their new homes!

Move Patio Furniture, Pots, and Other Outdoor Items into Place

March is the perfect time to start getting your outdoor space ready for the sunny days ahead! Start by moving furniture, hanging baskets, and pots outside. Give it a good clean too – don’t forget to sweep up the ground level areas. Then you can really start thinking about how you want your space to look and feel. Maybe you’d like to create a cozy seating area with comfy chairs and cushions? Or perhaps you’d like some summer flowering bulbs or potted plants around for added color? Whatever your vision is, March is the time to get started on making it happen!

Build a Trellis or Arbor

When spring and summer come, it is a great time to make something special in your garden. Building a trellis or arbor will make your garden look amazing. Before you build this outdoor structure, plan out the different areas of your garden. It will help bring out all the new growth already in the season.

Think about putting the trellis or arbor near climbing rose bushes or a vegetable garden. Plan it so that you can put things like planters with flowers or plant bulbs and vines growing over the wood to make it look nice in warm months.

Create Stone Pathways

With garden in march comes spring cleaning and garden maintenance. If you’re looking to make your garden beds stand out, why not consider creating pathways with stones or pavers? You can shape them in lines and curves that follow the contours of your garden for a one-of-a-kind look. Make sure to find a balance between beauty and functionality when designing these pathways – after all, they should be as practical as they are attractive!

We have explored 17 different things to do in the Garden in March. What are you going to begin with? Let me know in the comments below.

Additional Resources:

https://www.almanac.com/types-mulch-advantages-and-disadvantages-mulching

https://www.costafarms.com/get-growing/slideshow/10-smart-tips-for-a-colorful-garden

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/birdhouse-information.htm