All-year-round garden maintenance involves a cycle of seasonal tasks, including watering, weeding, lawn care, pest and disease control, and pruning, to ensure a healthy and vibrant garden throughout the year. While the pace may slow in winter, it’s a crucial time for planning, cleaning, and preparing for the upcoming seasons.
Seasonal Tasks for Year-Round Garden Maintenance:
- Spring:Focus on planting new bulbs, dividing herbaceous perennials, feeding plants, and starting to weed and prune.
- Summer:Maintain regular watering, deadhead flowers for continuous blooming, mow the lawn frequently but to a suitable height, and monitor for pests and diseases.
- Autumn:Prepare for winter by mulching to insulate soil, clearing fallen leaves, planting bare-root shrubs, and potentially pruning dormant trees and shrubs like Wisteria.
- Winter:Protect tender plants from frost, clean tools and pots, clean your greenhouse, and plan for the next growing season by ordering seeds and reviewing garden layouts.
Ongoing Activities:
- Watering: Essential throughout the year, with deeper and less frequent watering during warmer months to encourage root growth.
- Weeding: Consistent removal of weeds is crucial to prevent competition with desired plants.
- Pest and Disease Control: Regular inspection and prompt treatment of any issues are vital.
- Lawn Care: Mow regularly and address any lawn problems as they arise.
- Pruning and Deadheading: Crucial for plant health and continuous blooming, with specific pruning times varying by plant type.
- Structural Elements: Hedges, sculptures, and large pots provide year-round interest and require ongoing trimming or care
