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Brits are being urged to get ahead of their spring cleaning and spruce up their garden before summer. With temperatures soon starting to get warmer, homeowners should look to head outside
and start tackling their outdoor space. Experts at Garden Buildings Direct have shared their spring cleaning guide, with 10 jobs that will get your garden looking summer-ready. Tips include
tackling weeds, reviving the lawn, pruning plants and edging garden beds to maximise the potential of outdoor spaces. "Many of us will be taking the time to declutter homes and spend
time doing a deep clean ready for spring, but it's important not to neglect your outside space too," said the gardening expert. "After such a cold and wet winter your garden
is likely in dire need of care and attention as the weather starts to warm up - and it doesn't need to be a long and hard process either," they added. "Prune bushes and
plants, brush up leaves that have fallen, clean hardscape surfaces and edge the garden beds to create an outdoor sanctuary ahead of springtime.", reports the Manchester Evening News.
Here are the 10 essential spring cleaning jobs that will transform your garden: PRUNE BRANCHES AND PLANTS Encourage plants to flourish by pruning them - remove the deadheads and cut back any
damaged branches. SOW NEW PLANTS NEW PLANTS Spring is the perfect time to start planting again. Bulbs that bloom in the summer, like Gladioli and Lilies, are fantastic options for adding a
splash of colour to your garden in just a few months. GET YOUR GARDEN ACCESSORIES READY After the harsh winter months, it's a good idea to give your garden ornaments, outdoor furniture,
tools and plant pots a thorough clean. This way, they'll be all set when you start using them more frequently. DEAL WITH THE WEEDS It's important to get rid of weeds to stop them
from taking over during the warmer months. Use a hand fork to properly dig out the roots as the soil will still be quite damp at this time of year. START COMPOSTING A compost pile is a
useful addition to any garden and provides an easy solution for dealing with all your garden waste. Whether you use a pile, pit or bin, make sure to sprinkle water over it to keep it moist.
CLEAN HARD SURFACES Over the winter months, paving stones can become muddy and covered in moss - so use a pressure hose to wash them down and sweep away any excess dirt. BRING YOUR LAWN BACK
TO LIFE During the winter, grass can turn brown and patchy - so gardeners should sow seeds into the ground where the lawn is struggling to keep it looking healthy and fresh. EDGE YOUR
GARDEN BEDS Grass can easily spread into beds during the winter months, and spring is the ideal time to pull it up while the soil is still damp. CLEAR AWAY LEAVES Leaves can accumulate in
flower beds so brush back thick layers that might be covering plants to allow them to grow properly. TAKE STOCK OF YOUR GARDEN If you're thinking about adding new features like
accessories or garden beds to your outdoor space, it's important to plan ahead to make sure you don't waste any money. If changes need to be made, it's best to start them as
soon as possible.