Spring in Pittsburgh tends to begin a bit later than other cities, but it does eventually get there. Moving to Pittsburgh during spring the spring season is a great time to become acquainted with your new garden! If you are an avid gardener, there is no doubt that as April comes around the corner your green thumb is beginning to itch! This spring in Pittsburgh, make sure to grab your gardening tools and prep your garden for the upcoming bloom season.

The first step in getting your garden ready for spring after moving to Pittsburgh is to give your gardening tools a fresh cleaning. Over time, tools can rust and gather dirt. Make sure your tools are in tip top shape for the upcoming season.

Next, pick an area for your garden. If you are starting a brand-new garden, inspect the area for any items you may need to purchase such as additional soil or other tools to help clear the area to give your plants enough room to grow. Weeds are pesky little plants that can kill anything that grows. if you see any in your garden, pluck them out sooner rather than later. This will prevent them from spreading their roots, which can cause a greater problem later.

Prepare your garden beds by fertilizing the soil and any shrubs or trees nearby that need a bit of pruning. Also, clear out your lawn of any dead leaves on the ground. Keeping a clean lawn will help make your garden look nicer as well as prevent it from becoming overcrowded.

Once your lawn is prepped for spring in Pittsburgh, do a bit of research on the best flowers that will thrive during spring and summer. Once you have an idea of which flowers and plants you want in your garden, plant away and watch your efforts grow throughout the season!