When leaves cascade from the trees, it is nature’s way of informing us it’s time to get the garden ready for winter. We are fortunate in Australia to have a mild temperature and winters that allow us to enjoy our outdoor space all year. However, as we get ready for the winter months, we’ll need to make a few changes to guarantee that our garden survives, thrives, and is usable all year.
Keeping the backyard winter-ready is known to be one of the most tedious tasks that everybody runs away from. But as much as you’d love to skip this, you would not want to skip sipping hot tea or your hot chocolate cozied up as the fire pit warms you.
This is a guide to help you make your backyard winter ready!
Get your outdoor furniture in order:
Since you’re preparing for winter, it’s time to store away your outside furniture. Now this can be a task that could involve more people so call your friends or siblings, grab some beers and make it a fun activity. If you have an empty garage or basement, you can simply stack your furniture there. If you have a good tarp, you could also cover your furniture with tarp and leave it outside.
Prepare your plants:
If you have any plants in your backyard, it’s time to prepare them for the season. The first thing to look for is dead plants. If you have any dead plants, pull them out so they don’t interfere with the ones that are alive. If you have plants like sunflowers, thistles, lilies, etc, leave them out for the butterflies. If you have any perennials, cut them 4-6 inches tall before the frost hits.
Get rid of slimy leaves:
It’s important to get rid of slimy leaves because they could instigate insect infestations that could eat away your plants. Leaving leaves in your backyard can also cause snow mold which is definitely not a good look for your backyard. Too many leaves collecting in your yard can smother the grass and prevent it from growing.
Take care of your garden:
If you’re growing produce in your garden, it’s better to check what vegetables need to be harvested, what can be left out to grow in the winter like beets, garlic, carrots, etc. If you put compost beds in your garden, do that during the fall so that the soil can soak up all the nutrients over the winter. Make sure you take the necessary steps to prevent soil erosion.
Time to the get the fire pit out:
Fire pits are the most enjoyable traditions of the winter season. It’s definitely a reason to gather your family and friends and enjoy the weather with some fun games, drinks, and food. If it’s time for you to invest in a good fire pit, there are many shapes and sizes that you could go for. Many fire pit manufacturers offer sphere fire pits in Australia, rectangular fire pits, and many more shapes and sizes.
Figure out where your pit will be placed and where the seating arrangement will be. Get in touch with your fire pit supplier who will not only help you with your ideal fire pit, but also help you with the right placement.
Before you decide on any fire pits, please check with your provider who can tell you how to comply with rules and regulations since he will have adequate knowledge of his field. Once all of the above is taken care of, think of the small details.
When you host a gathering, how do you want the seating arrangement to be? Do you need to shift a table in the yard for keeping refreshments? So get in the spirit, clean your backyard, and get ready to enjoy the winters thoroughly!
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