The "clean" in garden cleaning extends beyond the plants themselves.
: 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.
: Add organic matter like compost or slow-release fertilizers to provide essential nutrients for the upcoming growing season. GARDEN CLEANING ROUTINE.mp4
: Dig out weeds at the root to prevent them from spreading seeds and competing with your plants for nutrients.
: Use sharp hedge shears to prune back shrubs and maintain their shape. The "clean" in garden cleaning extends beyond the
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. : Add organic matter like compost or slow-release
: In early spring, remove old herbaceous perennial material (like hostas or irises) to make way for new growth.