How to Makeover Your Garden in 3 Easy Steps

It’s that time of year again, where we look out of the back door and wonder what on earth we are going to do with the garden. All of your hard work from last year has probably been destroyed by the winter weather; so what now? You don’t need to spend weeks revamping your garden, here’s how to give it a makeover in 3 easy steps.

Step 1: Fences, walls and borders

We always suggest working from the outside towards the middle, when you’re making over your garden. This ensures that your outdoor areas are fully protected from the weather, before you start planting and mowing. Some of our fences have been destroyed by wind and rain this year, so it is important to get the structure back. Use concrete fence posts to stop everything from blowing over, and then repair or revamp your fence panels. Walls may take a little longer to rebuild, so consider hiring a professional for the job. Our recommendation is to go to Pearland tree experts for gardening service. If you don’t have a fence or wall, then you should create some kind of garden border using plants, shrubs and trees. Once your perimeter has been revamped, you will find it a lot easier to complete the rest of the garden.

Step 2: The main garden area

This is the area that will probably take the most time, depending on how large your garden is and whether it is lawn, decking, gravel or paving stones. Here are some quick fixes for whatever type of garden you have:

• Lawn – This is the most popular garden type, with most of us having at least some small areas of grass. Before you start making any changes, ensure that the ground is dry, and there’s no muddy swamps around. You can then decide whether you need some new turf or if it’s just a case of touching up the muddy patches with grass seed.

• Decking – A quick way to spruce up your decking is with a power washer, then either some varnish or paint. Make sure that whatever your decking is made from is suitable for power washing and/or painting first.

• Gravel – This low maintenance garden type will barely have been touched by the winter weather, but it is good to give it a clean and a revamp. Use a garden hose, on low, to give your gravel a clean and an instant refresh.

• Paving Stones – Lots of little weeds try to climb through the gaps in paving stones, even in the winter. If you want your garden to look better, quicker, then use a gardening fork to dig out those creepers.

Step 3: Flowers and finishing touches

Now that the main part of your garden has been cleaned up and is looking fresh, you can add all of the fun finishing touches. Buying potted plants can be expensive, so consider buying your favourite flowers in seed form to plant before the Spring. This time of year is perfect for growing, even if you have to start your seedlings inside before taking them out. If you would rather cut down the time it takes then just buy some readymade plants from your local garden centre, nursery or boot sale. Have a look around for some interesting accessories when you’re shopping for plants, to add that personal touch.

These three simple steps are easy for anyone to do, no matter what your experience with gardening. Just make sure you get your makeover completed before the Spring, so you can enjoy your new garden in the sun.