WINTER TIPS FOR A THRIVING SPRING GARDEN Before the Bloom
If the top of your desk looks like a photo op for an “I Spy” book, chances are you could benefit from tidying up. It isn’t easy saying goodbye to your familiar clutter, but it’s for the better. A messy environment can be stressful and frustrating, as it makes finding anything more difficult and worsens the overall attractiveness of your home. While change can be challenging, it is worth the effort for your home and health. FIRST THING’S FIRST Growing up, your mom probably reminded you to make your bed. There is a good reason to prioritize that first thing in the morning, as it helps set an intention to accomplish the little things and get your day off to a more productive start. It also contributes to better sleep hygiene; a cluttered bedroom and undone bed could be hindering your sleep. So, eliminating potential distractions, including an unmade bed, could enhance your sleep. CLEAN SLATE Keeping a clean home can help you be more physically fit. According to a study by Indiana University, a tidier living space contributes to higher levels of physical activity. Keeping things clean means keeping active, and even if you don’t exercise for 30 minutes daily, 30 minutes of vacuuming or any kind of scrubbing is still a great way to keep yourself moving. DAILY DECLUTTER While tidying up the home may seem daunting at first, it can be much easier if you break it down into smaller tasks. Doing a bit of laundry every other day helps prevent you from having to do a massive load later. Picking up around the kitchen when you get a snack or cook a meal can prevent that space from looking like a scene out of “Kitchen Nightmares.” Wherever you go in your home, if you pick up a thing or two cluttering the area and put it away, you are well on your way to becoming a neater person. HOW TO BECOME A TIDIER PERSON Declutter Your Life
Though it might be challenging to imagine sunny seasons in the cool of winter, it’s the
perfect time to start planning your spring garden. Preparing ahead can ensure you’ll have a successful garden next spring, filled with vibrant blooms and fresh vegetables. You can do several things now, like selecting seeds and mapping out your garden, while the ground is still cold. Let’s dig into tips to get your spring garden off to a blooming start before the new year begins.
SELECT SEEDS It’s never too early to decide what plants you want to grow this spring. Some seeds do better when you start them indoors in the late winter, so research the growing requirements of the plants you are interested in. Plot out when these seeds need to be sowed or when they need to start in containers inside to give them ample time to grow before replanting them outdoors. If you plan to order seeds online, do it earlier this month rather than later, as holiday shipping usually gets delayed. PREPARE THE BEDS Timing when to prepare your garden beds is also essential. If you do it too early, the soil could compact, which will prevent your seeds from growing. Once the ground has thawed out, remove any weeds and till your soil. You can add compost to add nutrients to the soil and top it with mulch. Define the beds by digging out any edge between them and the lawn. REMOVE DEAD PLANTS Tidy up your yard by removing any dead plants or debris. Prune or remove any dead or badly damaged tree and shrub branches before snowfall so they are not a potential hazard. Any decayed areas on plants should be cut away and removed as well. Remove any weeds in the yard or dead leaves. So, as you warm up this winter with a cup of hot chocolate, remember that sunshine and spring are closer than you think. By taking the time now to select seeds, prepare your garden beds, and clean up your outdoor space, you’ll set the stage for a flourishing garden that bursts into life with color and flavor.
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