GARDENING
TOP GARDENING TIPS FOR YOUR NEW HOME
We recently caught up with Rune Sovndahl, co-founder of service business FantasticServices.com, to get his top tips and advice on how first time buyers can get started doing some gardening and making the most of their new outdoor and indoor space Congratulations on your new home! Moving into your new place can be a really exciting time; bringing your personality to your home with new furnishings and paint and adding style with accessories. But have you thought about your garden? Now’s the perfect time to get your garden ready for spring. Whether your garden’s big or compact, my top tips will help you make the most of your outdoor and indoor space – so even if you live in an urban flat, you can still enjoy the benefits of gardening…
SPRUCE UP YOUR NEW GARDEN FOR SPRING With winter finally giving way to spring, it’s time to cut back, tidy and prepare your garden for milder weather. From tackling the overgrown bushes to planting your produce, I’ll help you get it sorted.
TAKE OUT WEEDS First and foremost, it’s best to invest in some good gardening gloves and a weed remover. If your grass or paved area is full of weeds, the weed remover tool can do all the hard work for you. I like to do things the
eco-friendly way where I can, so I wouldn’t recommend using any weed killers as they can be damaging to the environment. If you’re planning on creating a veggie patch or flower bed, weeds can interfere with your produce, so it’s best to remove them.
MOW YOUR LAWN When it comes to mowing the lawn, it’s best to start with the fiddly bits first, which
is usually the edges. I find that getting these out of the way first can help you concentrate on finishing the job. Next, pick your pattern. Stripes can add a great look to your garden but remember to switch up your pattern to help maintain the grass quality. We often pay too much attention to being neat, meaning we tidy away all the lawn clippings, but actually, grass clippings can add nutrients to your soil, so it’s best to leave a few on the ground. If you like to get
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