March Gardening Jobs: Get Ready For Spring!

Spring has finally sprung, and that means it's time to start thinking about your garden. With the sun shining and the weather warming up, there's no better time to get outside and start preparing your garden for the growing season ahead.

In this blog post, we'll share some of the top garden jobs for April that will help ensure your garden is blooming with colour and life all season long. From planting new seedlings to pruning your trees and shrubs, there's plenty to keep you busy in the garden this month. So dust off your gloves and grab your trowel; it's time to get gardening!

LIST Of GARDEN JOBS FOR MARCH

Tidy flower borders, cutting back old growth, and top dress with compost.

There are a few common practices that homeowners can employ to tidy up their flower borders and improve the overall appearance of their garden.

One such practice involves cutting back old growth within the garden. By removing older, unproductive plants, homeowners can help to promote fresh new growth and encourage healthy plant health.

Additionally, top dressing with compost can also help to improve the health of the soil and provide nutrients for new plants. All in all, tidying up your flower borders will help to make your garden more attractive and functional!

Divide overgrown perennials.

You can divide overgrown perennials to maintain a healthy and attractive garden. It is important to do this task when the plants are dormant or in winter, as it is easier to handle the plants without them being actively growing.

You will need to prepare the soil beforehand by digging it up and adding organic matter such as compost or aged manure.

You can use a shovel or hand trowel to make a deep trench around the base of the plant, and then use a sharp knife or garden shear to slice through the stem at that point. Be careful not to damage the plant's roots, which can cause it to die suddenly.

In season, you can also divide perennials by cutting them into pieces at their base, spacing each division about 1 foot apart. This allows for more space between individual plants while still providing good growth and overall aesthetics.

Dividing overgrown perennial plants is an effective way of maintaining a healthy and attractive garden, so long as you do so in season or when the plants are dormant.

In mild weather, give the lawn its first cut, with the mower on a high setting.

If you have a lawn that’s always in need of a fresh cut, consider giving it a little TLC during the milder months. In most cases, you can give your lawn a first-time trim by using a high-powered mower with an adjustable blade height.

This will help to remove any long grass and dead leaves from the surface and reduce the risk of exposing your lawn to harsh summer weather.

You should also regularly apply fertiliser and other lawn care products to nourish and strengthen your grass, as well as provide nutrients and shelter for existing plants and new growth.

And if you notice that your lawn is struggling during the hot summer months, consider applying a light spray of water or sprinkler to help keep it hydrated and healthy.

Prune roses.

Prune roses to encourage them to produce more flowers. Pruning is a necessary task for roses, as it helps to shape and maintain their appearance. Pruning helps to control the size of the plant and can also help to promote healthy growth by removing excess foliage.

It is important to prune rose bushes in spring or early summer, when new growth is at its peak. In addition to controlling the size of the plant, pruning can also be used to shape and shape the rose bush's form.

For example, if you have a rose bush that is growing too tall, you could cut back some of the branches to make it more compact. By regularly trimming your rose bushes, you can help keep them looking tidy and beautiful.

Useful tips for growing roses:

Take care not to overwater your roses. Rose plants are susceptible to root rot if they have too much moisture or water too often.
Prune roses regularly to maintain their shape and health. Prune them back at least a few inches in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. This will encourage new shoots and leaves to grow faster and thicker.
It's a good idea to fertilise your roses regularly with a high-nitrogen fertiliser, such as organic compound or rose food, which helps promote new growth and enhance blooming.
Keep your roses away from deer, rabbits, squirrels, and other animals that may damage the plant by nibbling on the foliage or digging up the bulbs. Deer also carry diseases that can harm your roses.

Sow hardy annuals outside.

Annuals are plants that need to be sown each year so that they can produce new growth and produce food for the plant. These plants are generally hardy, meaning they can withstand cold temperatures, drought, and other stresses. One of the best ways to sow annuals is to plant them outdoors in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is also important to provide proper nutrients and support for the plant by providing suitable soil conditions. Some annuals are good candidates for container gardening, such as sunflowers, lettuce, and tomatoes.

Begin successional planting of hardy leaf and root vegetables.

Successional planting is the process of planting different types of vegetables in succession to provide a continuous supply of food. It is a great way to help ensure that you have fresh and nutritious food all year round. Some of the most common successional plantings include:

Begin by planting hardy leaf and root vegetables, such as carrots, beets, turnips, and radishes, in spring or early summer. These crops are typically high in vitamin A and other essential nutrients.
Once the first crop is harvested, move on to sturdier vegetables like potatoes, tomatoes, and Jerusalem artichokes. These crops are more heat-tolerant and can withstand longer periods of drought.
Lastly, add in some low-lying crops like peas and lettuce for extra support as the season progresses. This will help to keep the soil moist during dry spells.

Successional plantings are a great way to ensure you have fresh and nutritious food all year long!

Sow leek, early beetroot, peas, lettuce, onion sets and shallots outside.

It is important to sow leeks, early beetroot, peas, lettuce, onion sets and shallots outside in the early spring as they are hit by frost later in the season. This will help provide a continuous supply of fresh produce all year round. It is also a good idea to start these crops indoors before the weather gets too cold. By planting them indoors, you can control when they are planted and ensure that they get enough sunlight and nutrients to grow. You can also protect them from pests and diseases with a good garden insecticide or fungicide.

Sow tomato, sweet pepper, squash and courgette seeds inside.

Sow tomato, sweet pepper, squash and courgette seeds inside. This will help to provide a good source of vitamins and nutrients for your plants as they grow. You'll also be providing your plants with a bit of extra support as they try to fend for themselves outside.

Sowing different types of seeds inside can also allow you to create a variety of different plants, which can help to ensure that your garden is full of interesting and healthy-looking specimens. Using different types of seeds will also encourage the growth of strong and healthy plants, which will in turn provide you with a valuable food supply.

If you have limited space or simply want to grow a variety of different vegetables, sowing seeds inside may be an effective solution. Just make sure that you provide your plants with sufficient light, water and nutrients so that they can thrive and produce delicious fruits and vegetables!

Plant early potatoes at the end of the month.

Early potatoes are planted at the end of the month in order to maximise their harvest. They have a shorter growing season and may not be as flavourful as other types of potatoes. Planting early potatoes also ensures that your harvest will be ready for when you need it.

Plant your potatoes in a well-drained, sunny location with plenty of nutrients and fertilisers. Potatoes like a rich, consistent soil with lots of organic matter. They are susceptible to diseases and pests, so make sure to protect them from these threats by using a good organic insecticide and avoiding pesticides.

The best time to plant potatoes is in the autumn, when nights are cooler and days are longer. Once the plants emerge, protect them from frost by covering them with a clear plastic cover or by planting them in a heat-trapping greenhouse. You should also plant early potatoes at the end of the month so they can mature before winter arrives.

Spring is a great time to get your garden ready for the new season ahead. By taking care of a few important gardening jobs this month, you can ensure that your garden will be looking its best when the warmer weather arrives.

From preparing your soil and fertilising plants to planting new flowers and vegetables, there are plenty of tasks that need to be done in March.

If you need help getting your garden ready, don't hesitate to call us for advice and guidance. With just a little bit of effort, you can have a garden that's ready to bloom!