Dec 31, 2024
Whitney from Rhubarb
Make Your Wishlist Garden for Spring
Springtime is perfect for leafy greens, peas, carrots, radishes, and cool-loving herbs like parsley and cilantro. Mix some fast-growers (like lettuce and spinach) with longer-growers (like broccoli and carrots) to keep the harvest rolling.
Grab a notepad and map out your beds, giving each plant the space and sun they need. And here’s the secret sauce: crop rotation! If leafy greens grew in one spot last year, pop in root crops, like carrots, this spring. It’s a simple trick to keep pests guessing and your plants happy. If you need some expert guidance, download Rhubarb, then ask Ruby for help - Ruby knows where you are planting and can quickly and easily help you plan based on your specific location and conditions. She can also make rotation suggestions if you need them. Let’s get growing!
Get your soil prepped and powered up!
🌱 Let’s get that soil in shape before winter rolls in so your spring garden is ready to rock. Start by clearing out dead plants, weeds, or leftovers from summer and fall. Think of it as tidying up the bed for a fresh season. Loosen the soil with a garden fork to improve drainage and make it super root-friendly. Then, give your soil a boost with compost or aged manure—it’ll break down over winter and create a nutrient-rich foundation for those spring crops.
Want to set your garden up for success? Plant a cover crop like clover or rye to protect the soil, keep weeds in check, and add extra nutrients you can mix in come spring. If you’re feeling fancy, grab a quick soil test kit to check pH and nutrients; this helps you add exactly what your plants will need next season.
Final Thoughts
With just a bit of prep now, you’ll be all set to welcome a spring garden bursting with life! By planning your crops and boosting your soil, you’re giving your garden the best possible head start for a thriving, bountiful season. Now, rest your head and dream of starting the Wishlist Garden you've created on Rhubarb!
