: Crucially, do not compost diseased foliage or plants. This prevents the spread of pathogens back into your soil. Dispose of these items separately. 2. Prune and Trim
The first step in any routine is removing unwanted material that has accumulated.
: Add organic matter like compost or slow-release fertilizers to provide essential nutrients for the upcoming growing season. GARDEN CLEANING ROUTINE.mp4
: Clear fallen leaves and dead plant material from garden beds and lawn areas. While some leaves can be recycled as mulch , excess debris on lawns can smother the grass.
: Dig out weeds at the root to prevent them from spreading seeds and competing with your plants for nutrients. : Crucially, do not compost diseased foliage or plants
: In early spring, remove old herbaceous perennial material (like hostas or irises) to make way for new growth.
Maintaining the structure of your plants helps them grow stronger and look neater. : Clear fallen leaves and dead plant material
: Pull up dead annual plants that won't survive the winter or have finished their blooming cycle.
: Crucially, do not compost diseased foliage or plants. This prevents the spread of pathogens back into your soil. Dispose of these items separately. 2. Prune and Trim
The first step in any routine is removing unwanted material that has accumulated.
: Add organic matter like compost or slow-release fertilizers to provide essential nutrients for the upcoming growing season.
: Clear fallen leaves and dead plant material from garden beds and lawn areas. While some leaves can be recycled as mulch , excess debris on lawns can smother the grass.
: Dig out weeds at the root to prevent them from spreading seeds and competing with your plants for nutrients.
: In early spring, remove old herbaceous perennial material (like hostas or irises) to make way for new growth.
Maintaining the structure of your plants helps them grow stronger and look neater.
: Pull up dead annual plants that won't survive the winter or have finished their blooming cycle.