Cold season is close but your garden can look magical this winter if you follow these steps:
There are many things you can do in your garden during the winter to make it look wonderful. If you reside in a colder climate, this could surprise you. However, there are always exterior gardening projects that require care. Of course, you want to avoid making any rookie mistakes with your winter garden, and that’s why I am here.
The winter months are almost here, so I’d like to share a few tips with you that I use year-round in my backyard. So, let’s not waste any time and get to the point. Don’t get discouraged, because we can do this!
Use ornamental grass
Whatever your region, ornamental grasses give winter gardens a “wow” effect. In the winter light, their seed heads or feathery plumes will sparkle. There will be a lovely flowing motion and whispering sound when the wind blows. Additionally, they may give your landscape more height and structure.
This kind of thing is called “winter interest” in gardening parlance. Your plants are still attractive even though it is winter. In case you were wondering how complicated or not these ornamental grasses are, well let me tell you: you’ll probably only need to trim them back once a year.
They also recover well from our harsh winter, so there’s a good possibility they’ll be alright in the spring. Oh and I almost forgot, many grasses are deer-resistant which is also a great plus.
Focus on trees
Another gardening tip I learned from the experts was to try and focus on the trees in my backyard during the cold season. Planting new trees in the early winter is a great idea, but make sure you get at least six weeks before the ground freezes.
Make sure you keep the just transplanted saplings well-hydrated to maximize their chances of survival during the cold. If there is little snowfall, keep watering whenever the earth melts during the winter.
Another great season to prune trees that leaf out is in the winter. When the leaves fall, the branches become noticeable. Cut back such limbs as quickly as possible if an ice storm destroys the trees. Don’t forget to also pick up pieces that fall to prevent this springtime chore from getting too big.
Have plants with vivid colors for the winter
If you have the necessary space, your garden can look magical this winter if you plant a couple of dogwoods. Their amazing stems, which come in a variety of colors including yellow, gold, vivid orange, red, and purple, can instantly make the space sparkle.
Dogwoods may produce an amazing winter spectacle highlighted by the evergreen rhododendron mounds and the white stems of birch trees.
Style the space with colorful containers
As a gardener myself, I am happy to say that I unlocked my creativity potential more than ever since I started cultivating this hobby. So if you want to follow my tips, use your creativity with pots, containers, outdoor accessories, and more.
Place ornamental pots and containers thoughtfully around your landscape to add a personal touch. Don’t know what style fits your taste? No worries, let your imagination go places and experiment as much as possible.
To create visual appeal, look for containers of various sizes, shapes, and colors. Then, fill them with winter-friendly plants such as miniature conifers, attractive grasses, and heathers.
You may also add bird feeders if you’d like since these help draw in animals and create movement. Don’t stop at one piece; add more, particularly if you live somewhere where birds spend the winter. Without a doubt, you will have a garden fit for a fairy tale, to be enjoyed as your own!
Bonus tip: Keep container plants covered while left outside. Place the pots near the house’s foundation, bury them underground, or cover them with a blanket that retains heat. If you live in an area with harsh winters and a 100% chance of freezing, place the containers in a storage room or, if available, in the garage.
Plant evergreens that bloom in winter
Whether you are a novice or not, you must start planting—at least a little amount—and just because the weather is becoming colder doesn’t mean you can’t have lovely flowers in your garden.
Search for plants that bloom in the winter, such as Gwenllian (the plant in the photo), pansies, and snowdrops. Plant these hardy flowers in flowerbeds or containers for a colorful winter show. They will bring a splash of color to your yard and survive the lower temps.
Besides all these plants, when it comes to gardening during winter, snowdrops are among my favorites. Plant them in hanging baskets, use them in pots, or arrange them in borders. They also create gorgeous window box flowers.
Install outdoor lighting
Your garden can look magical this winter if you also add a bit of lighting too. You won’t believe how much of an impact it has on the outdoors, and it won’t require a lot of effort to install them either. String lights, lanterns, and posts powered by solar energy are all excellent options that are easy to install and can quickly transform your garden into a wonderful space.
How your garden looks at night will be pleasing to you, especially as the days are becoming shorter. Also, many reasonably priced options are available on Amazon.
This 65.6-foot, 200-LED string light kit comes with an eight-setting remote control and is warm white for $16.99. Because they are waterproof, you may also set them outside on the patio or porch, depending on how your space is laid up.
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