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The efforts of the summer resident in the spring largely determine what the upcoming harvest will be like. As soon as the drop rings, it's time to wake up and get down to business. Cleaning the area is the first thing to start with. And the point here is not only to create beauty so that the eye is pleased, but also to ensure that the garden smells of health. The same applies to autumn: both harvesting crops and pruning bushes and collecting fruits for next year.
In this article you will find useful recommendations for cleaning your garden plot, as well as how and when to trim bushes and trees. If the garden plot is huge, it makes sense to find helpers. Working in the fresh air unites!
Cleaning up last year's leaves and branches
The best time to start spring cleaning will be determined by the weather. When the snow melts and the breeze has time to dry the soil, you can arm yourself with rakes and brooms. Without moisture, the leaves will become lighter, which means you won’t have to strain your back from the weight.
The garbage pile should also contain branches, grass and any other debris that landed on the site. Many people are accustomed to burning collected garbage, but it is high time to get rid of this bad habit. Don't pollute nature.It would be great if home owners set about creating a compost pit, which is ideal for organic waste. And if this is not in your immediate plans, you need to allocate a temporary place for storing waste.
It is advisable to dispose of plastic and polyethylene for recycling in special institutions.
Shrub and tree care
The soil under the plants must be thoroughly cleaned. Especially if the trunks were covered with leaves in the fall. If the tree bark has been damaged over the winter (for example, cracks have appeared), you need to take a sharp knife and peel the bark to a healthy layer of wood. The next step is to treat the “wounds” with Bordeaux mixture (3%). You can also treat problem areas of plants with garden varnish.
Next you need to pay attention to the condition of the tree crowns. To-do list:
- If their shape is far from ideal, it’s time to trim them using pruning shears. If the early plant has produced buds, this is not recommended.
- If there are any, you need to get rid of dry, rotten and crooked branches. Typically, the branches' media are treated with garden varnish or a solution of copper sulfate (1/2 tablespoon of sulfate per 500 ml of water). When setting priorities, it is important to understand that in addition to the beautiful shape of the crown, the health of the plant is of particular importance.
- If there are emergency trees in the garden, you need to get rid of them. The trunks of the remaining trees can be whitened.
Greenhouse preparation
Most summer residents cannot do without this device on their site. The greenhouse needs to be properly prepared for sowing the future crop. Everything old should be replaced, the soil should be loosened and fertilized. The faded frame should be sanded and painted. If last year's film is still suitable for use, it is recommended to thoroughly wash its surface on both sides.The garbage must be taken out.
Preparing flower beds
If the favorable time for planting is approaching, you need to put all the flower beds, flowerpots and beds in order. As for perennials, it’s time for them to free themselves from shelters and breathe in the fresh spring air.
Cleaning paths
The paving slabs could have been damaged during the winter. Typically, cracks, chips, moss and compressed debris appear on it. All this should be eliminated if possible.
Checking the lighting system
During the process of spring cleaning in the garden, it is important to make sure that the installed light sources are working properly. Home owners have an excellent amount of time to fix everything (either on their own or with outside help from a specialist).
