5 Spring Gardening Tips

1. Clean the Garden

Remove dead leaves and get rid of weeds, making sure that you get the roots so they won't grow back. 

2. Trim Old Plants

Plants that survived the winter will need to be pruned so they'll grow anew in the spring.

3. Nourish the Soil

Add organic material like compost and manure so that your beds are ready for planting. 

4. Add Mulch

In addition to fertilizers and organic materials, you should think about adding mulch to your flower beds and garden. One to three inches of mulch helps to prevent weeds and diseases. It also keeps the moisture in the garden and maintains the temperature. 

5. Plant Flowers and Shrubs

Once you've got the garden in shape and handled all of the old plants, it's time to turn your attention to new plants.

For more information on how to prepare your spring garden and what to plant this season, visit nurseries in your Overberg town here:

Agulhas / Struisbaai Nurseries
Arniston/Waenhuiskrans Nurseries
Barrydale Nurseries
Betty's Bay Nurseries
Botrivier Nurseries
Bredasdorp Nurseries
Caledon Nurseries
Gansbaai Nurseries
Grabouw / Elgin Nurseries
Greyton Nurseries
Hermanus Nurseries
Kleinmond Nurseries
Napier Nurseries
Pringle Bay / Rooi Els Nurseries
Riviersonderend Nurseries
Stanford Nurseries
Swellendam Nurseries
Villiersdorp Nurseries