ask vtwonenWhen you are in the garden you can already smell the spring. Time to prepare the terrace this weekend, argues Mark Mulder, garden blogger at vtwonen. He tells you what to do.
The terrace is a living space, says Mark. ,,We have already had a picnic on the terrace with our girls at home in the sun. It was nice to tidy up and clean everything well beforehand, because in the winter everything gets gray and because of the storms there was rubbish everywhere. Fortunately, the spring bloomers are already emerging.”
What are smart things to tackle?
“Empty the terrace completely, grab a broom and wipe everything clean. You can also use some warm water and green soap to remove some of the green deposits. Also take the garden furniture with you immediately. Maybe it is already itching to put some pansies or other flowers in some flower pots. I would keep a close eye on the weather forecast, because it can still freeze, so it’s actually a bit too early for it.”
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Because it is still so cold, Mark advises to do something for the birds as well. ,,It is still nice for them if they get some extra food. You can also clean the nest box. It was probably used as a shelter in winter. The old nest can be removed and you can clean it completely, although that is not necessarily necessary if there are only some dry things in it. The main thing is that there are no parasites or other vermin in the nest boxes.”
Many people will also take up the pressure washer.
,,Yes, I live in a farming village and I wouldn’t do that anytime soon. The high-pressure sprayer is so powerful that it can also damage the tiles or furniture. But people have to know for themselves of course, I can imagine that you get the terrace nice and clean. Personally, I think that a little green attack is part of it.”
How can you provide nice decoration on the terrace?
“Everything is available at garden stores. For example, consider buying a rug that is intended for outdoor use. That immediately makes it homely and cozy on the terrace. We have installed batteries that run on batteries. It’s just what you like. Some people have a lounge set with cushions. In any case, I can wholeheartedly recommend planting fresh flowers in containers and pots in the coming weeks.”
Is it time to get started with the vegetable garden or herb boxes?
,,Certainly. We have a crate in the shed with some pots that have already been sown. We have to water them every now and then. Start messing around with a few things if you have bins on the terrace. You may need new potting soil. Follow the instructions on the seed packets. If necessary, involve the children in the process, they love to recognize herbs or plants. They learn very quickly.”
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