Spring is finally here! While many love the warm weather it brings, others know it’s time to start getting our gardens, yards and outdoor spaces ready for the season. But this doesn’t have to be hassle, especially with the right tools and materials. Plus, spring is a time for new beginnings, meaning this is also a great opportunity to shop for our homes and most importantly – ourselves! your From spring apparel to gardening and home decor needs, Tractor Supply highlights what you need to start off the season right.
Find Tools to Prepare Garden Spaces
Springtime means that growing season is underway, making this the perfect time for gardeners to start up their outdoor garden beds. However, whether you’re a first-time hobbyist or a seasoned grower, you must have suitable tools and a plan for how you want garden spaces to look.
To start, it can help to evaluate your outdoor areas. Are there any bare spots you’d like to spruce up? Do you want a garden with fresh herbs and vegetables? You should also consider the climate and natural weather in your area. Do you get harsh, cold winters? Or maybe your backyard receives a lot of sunlight with a little bit of shade. You must not only choose outdoor plants traditionally planted in spring, but also ones that will hold up through whatever weather comes their way.
Make sure to do your research and craft a garden landscaping plan before buying your supplies. Additionally, before planting your garden, you should test your soil’s pH to determine if plants will grow well, as many require the right pH to thrive.
After you’ve come up with a plan, it’s time to gather your supplies. A few hand tools you can pick up to help with gardening tasks include:
- Shovel: These are ideal for digging holes and scooping dirt, as well as breaking up ground soils.
- Pruners: These are used for trimming back leaves and dead matter on perennial plants, as well as cleaning weeds and other debris.
- Gardening gloves: These protect hands during gardening, keeping them from becoming dirty with soil or scraped by sticks and branches while working.
- Digging fork or garden trowel: These are great for digging and tilling soils before and after planting.
- Garden cart: These are designed to hold garden supplies, leftover debris, soil and a variety of other items, keeping materials accessible while gardening and usually featuring wheels for easy mobility around your yard.
- Garden hose: These come in many styles and designs to deliver necessary water to plants, shrubs, flowers and other greenery.
Now that you have your tools, it’s time to build your garden beds (if you haven’t done so already). Plan where each plant is going to go, making sure there’s enough space between each one to ensure efficient growing. Dig holes deep enough so that your plant’s roots are completely underground, and after placing the plant, fill in the hole with fresh garden soil. Be sure to be gentle when removing plants from their containers. After planting, give them a good watering, and consider adding fertilizing or mulch products to enhance growth. Make sure to water plants frequently and as needed throughout the spring and summer.
Grow Indoor Plants and Blooms
Maybe you don’t have the backyard space to start the garden of your dreams. Or do you want the look of a fresh-grown flower, without the hassle of taking care of a whole garden? Regardless, having indoor plants can be an ideal alternative, giving you space to grow colorful blooms or delicious herbs.
However, before setting up your planters or pots, you should think about your plant’s growing requirements. For example, some indoor flowers require full sun with part shade, while others thrive on part sun to full shade, just shade and other conditions. You must find a suitable area in your home that’ll deliver just the right amount of sunlight, ensuring plants receive what they need. Consider putting your garden underneath windows or in other sunny spaces.
The best plants to grow indoors include:
- Ivy: These are a type of climbing plant featuring shiny, five-pointed leaves in a dark green coloring.
- Ferns: These are an herbaceous perennial with large, flowy leaves that produce through spores rather than seeds, and they do not flower.
- Begonias: These are perennials that produce stunning, colorful blooms, and grow best in shade or indirect sunlight with well-draining soil.
- Spider plants: These have arched, thin leaves in a solid green or whiteish color, and produce small plantlets and flowers at the leaves’ ends.
Herbs, such as oregano, mint, cilantro and parsley, also thrive in an indoor garden, providing fresh flavors for your favorite meals all season long. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different types of plants to create a gardening space you truly enjoy.
Beginning your indoor garden starts with having a planter or pot, as well as potting soil at the right pH. You’ll also need a watering can or spray bottle for plant watering, as well as hand tools, such as pruners, so you can trim away at dying blooms and leaves. Purchase other accessories, such as fertilizers and grow lights, to create an indoor garden with all the growing features that’ll make your plant thrive. If you’re a beginner, we also carry indoor gardening kits to allow for easy and efficient garden setup and care.
Switch Up Your Style with New Home Decor
Just like our gardens, spring is also the perfect time to decorate our homes and other spaces with new home decor. When getting porches and backyard patios ready for warmer weather, you want your space to truly reflect your personality and flair, as well as provide a relaxing, serene place to escape to at the end of a long day. Because of this, you’ll need the right furniture, such as a new patio set or rocking chair.
Adirondack chairs are perfect for porch spaces, offering a whimsical look and coming in many colors that suit your preferences. You can also add a fire pit setup so you can make memories, roast marshmallows and tell stories by the fire with family and friends. To create an even more relaxing atmosphere, don’t forget about windchimes, which dance in the wind to produce stunning sounds, as well as water fountains, so you can hear the gentle trickle of water as you lounge.
If you’re into bird watching, make sure to browse our collection of bird houses and stands, and grab yourself some bird seed to keep them coming to your backyard. Top your backyard setup off with a set of outdoor string lights, bringing a charming appearance to nighttime hangouts on the deck or patio.
Get Springtime Ready with Men’s, Women’s and Kids’ Clothing
While spring is best known for bringing warmer weather, we all know the sun won’t be out to play just yet. Mornings still have a slight chill to them, meaning you’ll need a jacket to stay warm and comfortable. But as the day goes on and the sun rises, days become warmer, and you won’t need that jacket all day. This means you must layer up, ensuring you stay comfortable no matter what weather comes your way. Luckily, we have the kids’, men’s and women’s clothing you need to take on the season ahead.
Start by layering with a short- or long-sleeved t-shirt, made with lightweight, breathable materials, such as cotton. Consider buying one in your favorite color, or brighten up your look to match the coming season with colors, such as blue, green or pink. Next, you need a hoodie, featuring a full front zipper closure for easy on and off, making it easy to adjust your outfit with the day’s temperature. Or, opt for a lightweight jacket on rainy, windy spring days, helping to keep your clothes dry and provide comfort, warmth and protection from the wind.
Now, it’s time to finish your outfit with a stylish pair of men’s, women’s or kids’ shoes, with sneakers being a top choice among trends, especially in neutral colors, such as white, black or beige. Sandals allow for breathability and comfort on warmer days, while rainboots are ideal for rainy days. If you’re working out in the garden or lawn, you’ll need heavier-duty shoes, such as work boots, to protect feet from debris and other hazards while you work.
Spring Into the New Season with Accessories from Tractor Supply
Don’t wait to think about your outdoor spaces this spring. Be prepared with springtime tools and accessories from our store and online. From men’s clothing to outdoor power equipment, our range of products make it easy to live Life Out Here, allowing you to find what you need to get ready for the season ahead. For more information, visit your local Tractor Supply store today or browse online.