Finally, spring is here again! It’s getting light earlier and the birds are chirping to welcome the day. Time to take that good feeling outdoors into the garden. Here are a few tips to get your garden completely ready for spring!

Spring garden tip 1: Prune to grow

You won’t be the only one who neglected their garden a bit this winter. But don’t worry, it can all still be fixed. Let’s start with the lawn. You can start mowing from the moment it no longer freezes at night. In places where the lawn doesn’t look healthy, you can overseed. The best time for that is in the spring or early autumn.

Your plants are also probably looking a bit sad. Make sure you remove dead plants, and from the plants that did survive the winter, prune away the dead buds and branches. This gives them the space to bloom once again.

In this phase of creating space, it is important to tidy up: make sure you sweep away fallen leaves and remove all the weeds between the tiles. That way, your garden will look completely clean and empty before you can start the restyling!

Spring garden tip 2: Turn your patio into a lounge area

Nowadays, gardens are a second living room for many people. The garden should therefore be just as comfortable! You can achieve this by creating a canopy, for example. In a small garden, it is highly functional to stretch a shade sail if you want to sit in the shade or to create a cozy spot. You can retract the sail when you actually want to enjoy the sun. This way, no garden space is lost!

Decorating the canopy to make it cozy is the next step. For example, purchase one large lounge sofa and a small table. This has a sleek look and makes the space appear larger. Leave out unnecessary accessories: these create a messy and cluttered feeling. For people who really want to live outside, there is also the option of creating a real outdoor kitchen. So you can design your patio to completely suit your lifestyle! For more tips for your lounge garden, read our previous blog: 5 elements for an ideal lounge garden!

Spring garden tip 3: Design a small garden so it looks bigger

Not everyone has a large garden, but that doesn’t have to be a problem, because you can also design a small backyard to be cozy and functional. If you want to place flowers and plants in your garden, it is smart to work vertically. For example, you can easily transform a pallet into a planter. Another tip is to plant a hedge instead of a wooden fence. It serves the same function, but gives much more greenery to enjoy!

In a small garden, you have to make choices. Do you prefer a lawn over a shed? That’s not crazy at all! You will have more room to enjoy the garden, and you can store your belongings at ALLSAFE Mini Storage. Simply rent a storage unit for your tools, ladders, or other items you rarely need. This way, you create space for your garden dreams without compromising on convenience.

Spring garden tip 4: Making your garden cozy

When your garden is completely tidied up and the canopy might already be ready, it’s time to make the garden cozy. Of course, there’s only one way to do that: greenery in your garden! For a playful effect, it is smart to alternate the types of plants and their sizes. For example, place two sturdy trees that form the foundation of your garden. Around them, you can place flower pots or a border with somewhat smaller flowers and plants.

With these simple tips, you can give your garden a fresh look again. So get to work, so you can wonderfully relax in your new spring garden afterwards!

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