Why Is Spring The Best Time For Garden Maintenance?

When the clocks change and the skies become bluer and less grey, it might be a good time to think about sorting your garden out. 

Spring is an ideal time for some garden maintenance, when the weather is milder, and the growing conditions are perfect. 

Why is spring a good time for planting?

The rains of March and April will have softened and warmed the soil and provided much-needed moisture. The lengthening days mean more sunlight for growth, perfect for sprouting greenery. 

If there are plans for summer bulbs, spring is the time to plant them, ready to bloom in a few months.

Splitting and planting of perennials is also best done now to ensure their offspring can establish themselves by summer.

Don’t just stick with floral landscapes; it’s also a good opportunity to think about planting your summer crop vegetables. 

It’s also a great time to clear out vegetation that was damaged by winter frosts and winds. Fallen branches and uprooted bushes can be removed to free up space for new foliage. 

Troublesome weeds will have started returning in the spring months, and attacking them sooner will give them less time to establish deep roots. 

Gardens need care year-round, but especially in spring when extra help or expert advice might be needed. 

What are the main reasons for employing a landscape gardener?

Employing a professional gardener or landscaper, either regularly or as a one-off, can have many benefits, particularly at this time of year. 

• For the less green-thumbed, a gardener can provide expertise on what to plant, where to plant it and how to look after it
• For the time-poor, a gardener can provide an essential service for keeping your garden in beautiful condition
• Professional landscape gardeners will have all the right tools for the job, saving you time and money. They can also use them safely and efficiently, saving you from potential accidents
• Maintenance of patios, driveways and water features can also be undertaken via professional gardening services
• Landscape gardeners can be employed on longer projects to refurbish your entire outdoor space 

Well-maintained gardens are not only lovely to look at, but they are also more welcoming and add value to your home. 

Talk to us about how our landscaping and gardening services in Shrewsbury and Telford can help you create a beautiful outdoor space in time for summer.