As we wave goodbye to January and welcome February, our gardens quietly await the onset of spring. This period is critical for gardenmaintenance, ensuring your outdoor spaces are primed for the upcoming bloom. In this blog, our garden maintenance experts in Cheshire offer advice on preparing your garden for spring.
Tidying and Cleaning Up
Begin by tidying up your garden. Remove any fallen leaves, dead branches, and debris that have accumulated over winter. This not only enhances the appearance of your garden but also prevents the spread of pests and diseases. Remember, Acorn Landscape Services can assist in clearing your garden, providing a neat canvas for spring.
Pruning and Trimming
Late winter is the ideal time for pruning most deciduoustrees and shrubs. Pruning encourages healthy growth and flowering. However, it’s important to identify which plants benefit from winterpruning. We possess the knowledge to appropriately prune your plants, ensuring their optimalgrowth in spring.
Preparing Soil and Beds
The end of January and the start of February is the perfect time to prepare your soil. Digging over your beds, removingweeds, and addingcompostor well–rottedmanure will improve soil structure and fertility. We provide professional soil preparation services, ensuring your plants have the best possible start.
Planting and Planning
This period is also great for planting bare-root trees, shrubs, and some perennials. Planning your gardenlayout and plantchoices now can save time in the busy springmonths. Our team can provide expertadvice on plantselection and gardendesigntailored to your space and preferences.
Lawn Care
Lawns can look a little worse for wear after winter. Lightlyrake your lawn to removethatch and moss and consider aerating it to improvedrainage. Our team offers comprehensive lawn care, from aeration to fertilization, to ensure your lawn is lush and green for spring.
Protecting from Late Frosts
Keep an eye on the weatherforecasts for latefrosts. Protecttenderplants with fleece or move them to a shelteredlocation. Our team can advise on the best ways to protectyourplants from the unpredictable UK weather.
Conclusion
Garden maintenance at the end of January and beginning of February sets the foundation when preparing for a stunning springgarden. Acorn Landscape Services in Cheshire is here to help, offering bespoke garden maintenance advice and services. From pruning to lawncare, our team ensures your garden is beautifully prepared for the spring. Contact us today to get your gardenspring–ready!
