By Bonnie Moss The crocus is almost ready to peek through the
partly snow- covered ground. It wont be long now
and the earth will bring out a burst of colors to
herald the beauty of Spring as Nature wakes up
from its winter slumber. Its that time of the year when gardeners can
hardly wait for the snow to disappear from the
ground. The balmy weather these past few days
started to melt some of the snow revealing the
brown color of the grass. It is not too early to start thinking of your
garden.Take a look at the pictures of your garden
of last summer. You did take pictures! Think of what you liked about your garden.
What new projects do you have in mind?
Each year, there are wider varieties of plants
to choose from. It is very tempting! Color The colors bursting from the garden is one of
the most attractive features. Be inspired to try
a different mix of colors. This can easily be done by
looking at the pictures and do a little re-arranging
of your plants. I know I have to move the sundrops and the
iris and some of the day lilies this Spring. These
plants tend to take over the garden. Id like to
have more blue color this year. This is a relaxing
color. Think of the plants that have to be thinned out,
or perhaps were in the wrong spot last summer.
Experiment with different varieties of plants
for an exciting display of colors in your garden. Soil Is it time to amend your soil? Plants will do better
with proper soil nutrients. Compost is a very rich
source of nutrients and it is also good for the
environment. Do you need to check the acidity or alkalinity
of the soil? There are commercial kits, but I
find them too expensive. There are tests that
you can do to check it yourself. Check out
gardening books and the internet. Be sure to
pay attention to your window boxes and other
pots and planters. It is recommended that
the soil in these containers be changed at least
every five years. Design Do you have a theme or motif in your garden?
Something that is a centerpiece of all the
centerpieces. This is whats creative about
gardening. It allows you to express yourself
and enhance your creativity. This is where you incorporate features like
garden ornaments. But dont make your garden
too busy. Do you have a bench or chair where
you can sit and relax, or rest as you work in
the garden? Do you like the sound of wind chimes? There are endless ideas to enhance the beauty
of your garden and turn it to a work of art and a
place for you to relax and meditate. Budget How lucky for those who do not have to worry
about dollars and cents. Gardening can be an
expensive hobby. You can start saving a bit for
your gardening expenses now. Think outside the
pot, to quote Martha Stewart. You can use your
imagination and come out with containers that
will blow the mind of your family and friends. Garden ornaments can be costly. I found some
good and tasteful ornaments at the dollar shops
and at garage sales. Pesky animals Be prepared. If a deer has discovered your
garden, chances are it will be back every year.
There are plants that are resistant to most animals.
I know that geraniums and marigolds are safe.
Roses attract the deer. There are ways and means to protect your garden
from these destructive intruders without causing them
harm. You might consider plants that repel these
animals. I gave up planting tulips. The chipmunks love them.
There are other Spring bulbs that repel these
creatures. Daffodils and other members of the alium
family are just as colorful and lovely to look at. Take time to explore the possibilities and experiment.
Happy gardening. Bonnie Moss writes to inspire and to motivate
her readers to explore the depths of their heart and
soul. She draws from personal experience and her interest in the New Age
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