10 Steps to Spring Garden Prep Success

Spring cleaning done? Now prep the garden. This 10-step plan turns chaos into cultivation.

Plan & Track. Veggies or flowers? Annuals or perennials? Note varieties, dates, results for next year.
Structures & Furniture. Rugs, sculpture, decks, pergolas, benches. Place thoughtfully; don't over-accessorize.
Budget Reality. Moving soon? Fast, cheap annuals. Staying? Invest in perennials, shrubs, trees.
Function First. Play space? BBQ zone? Pool? Quiet seating? Design around use.
Sun/Shade Audit. Map hours. Critical for plant selection.
Prune for Light. Trees, hedges, fences—open canopy for garden beds.
Water Strategy. Storage, access, local restrictions. Plan irrigation.
Cold Protection. Hoard big pots/boxes for surprise frosts. They will happen.
Sharpen Tools. Dull tools make hard work harder. Pro sharpen or replace.
Honest Maintenance Commitment. Low-time? Choose drought-tolerant, self-sowing, zone-hardy plants. High-time? Go exotic.

Self-Care: Bug spray, band-aids, sunscreen. You're the most important tool.

Preparation isn't drudgery—it's the architecture of abundance.

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