It’s so cold where I live but I’m still getting outside, the gardening jobs you should do now to prepare for spring
THE cold winter weather doesn’t have to prevent you from getting your flowerbeds ready for spring.
A green-thumbed woman has shared the gardening jobs she recommends carrying out in January.
In her video, Rachel (@rachelinthegarden) explained that she braves the harsh conditions to prep her garden for the warmer months.
“If January is cold and wet where you are but you’re dying to get started in the garden, here are a few things you can do to make sure you’re ready for the spring season,” she said.
For her first tip, the TikToker recommended fixing up your flower beds before spring.
“Do a general tidy up of any gardening beds, I like to pull out any weeds that are popping through,” Rachel explained.
She also advised her followers to invest some time and energy into longer-term projects.
“Make a start on any restructuring projects you want to do this year in terms of garden beds or garden space so that it’s ready to go for the spring,” she said.
Rachel revealed that she was setting up her greenhouse to grow her own chilies.
Next, she tackled the projects she had been putting off since autumn, which included some winter cleaning.
“For me, it was cleaning out the shed, look at this mess, absolutely disgusting but I’m so relieved it’s now clean,” Rachel said as she showed her followers the sped-up process.
As well as general prep work, she was also able to practice her green thumb.
“If you have any bulbs that you haven’t planted yet, get them in the grind or in pots now,” Rachel said as she buried some tulip bulbs.
She also continued to pick up fallen leaves to create mulch for her flowerbeds.
Rachel also highlighted the importance of helping the wildlife around your garden.
“Don’t forget to leave some food out for the birds, I just like to give them a little hand to get through winter,” she said.
Finally, she planned for spring as she began sorting out her seeds.
“Even if there aren’t seeds to sow there’s lots to be done in the garden,” Rachel concluded.