March 19, 2023

How-To: Cleaning Out Your Flower Beds

Cleaning out your flower beds for spring doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple, thoughtful approach helps plants wake up healthy and strong. Start by assessing each plant and trimming only what needs cutting back. Some perennials want a hard cut, while others look best left alone.

Next, weed by hand and gently rake to remove leftover debris without disturbing new growth. Once the bed is clean, fertilize based on plant needs. Acid-loving evergreens benefit from a different feed than flowering perennials, and some plants, like sedum, prefer no fertilizer at all. Finish by refreshing mulch to suppress weeds, hold moisture, and give the bed a polished look.

With these four steps—trim, weed, fertilize, and mulch—you’ll set your garden up for a strong, beautiful season ahead. Stop by to get all your supplies!