7 top tips to get your garden in shape for spring
Gardening experts are urging people not to leave outdoor spaces in the cold during their annual spring clean.
After a tough year and even tougher winter, there is the promise of brighter times ahead - temperatures are rising and evenings are getting brighter and it will not be long until warmer weather means we can make the most of our outdoor space in comfort.
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Hide AdHowever, after a cold, wet and snowy winter, your garden might not be looking a little worse for wear - so garden centre Dobbies has come up with some top tips to get it back to its best.
And as well as being great for your physical and mental health, smartening the exterior of your home, according to estate agent Redbrik, has the added benefit of boosting your home’s value and extending your living space.
Marcus Eyles, Dobbies horticultural director, said: “There’s plenty that can be done to prepare for the new season, but I like to think of it as a restoration project to refresh and nurture the space back to its best. A gentle clean sweep you can make a start on during the milder days and lighter evenings.”
Sort the garden shed
It’s time to tackle unkept sheds. Recycle old pots and go through garden hand and power tools to check if everything is in working order or if anything needs repairing or replacing.
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Hide AdThis will help you stay organised later in the season as no-one wants to discover a broken lawnmower when you’re about to give the lawn its first cut.
Invest in clever storage
If you don’t have a garden shed, you may find your garden can quickly look cluttered if used to store bikes, tools, and muddy wellies among other household debris.
If you have a small garden, then smart storage is essential. Look for benches that double up as storage boxes, outdoor boot racks, cushion boxes to keep garden furniture textiles dry in wet weather or a bin store with extra room to tuck away your garden toolbox.