Summer is calling: time to get your spring garden rosé-ready!

As the days get longer and the first signs of spring start to make their way into our gardens, it’s officially time to put away the winter layers and break out the sunnies! The spring garden is calling, and it’s officially time to reclaim your outdoor throne with a glass of something chilled in hand. Whether you’re an expert gardener with a green thumb or simply someone who enjoys pottering around pretending to have a clue, now’s the perfect time to give your outdoor space a much-needed refresh. Let’s roll up those sleeves (glass in hand, obviously) and turn your garden into the ultimate rosé-sipping paradise. Here are some easy and fun tips to get you started.

Soil TLC: Because Even Dirt Needs Pampering

After months of cold weather and rain, your soil may be feeling as sluggish as you after that long winter hibernation. It’s time to give it some love! Start by fluffing up your soil with a garden fork, which will aerate it and improve drainage. Once it’s nice and loose, feed it something nutritious – compost, well-rotted manure, or other organic goodness are all great choices. Think of it like a power smoothie for your plants, giving them the nutrients they need to thrive. Good soil will make your spring garden more resilient, and you’ll find that keeping things green and blooming later on will be way easier.

Weeds: The Uninvited Guests

Weeds, why do they always seem to survive winter better than we do? Get a head start by pulling them out by the root. The sooner you get them, the easier it will be to keep them under control. After clearing those pesky intruders, lay down some mulch. It’s like a cosy blanket for your garden, locking in moisture, suppressing new weeds, and giving your soil a little extra nutrient boost. Plus, it’ll make everything look neat and tidy, so you’ll have more time for sipping smarter than weeding.

Go Low-Maintenance, Stay Rosé-Focused

Let’s be real: The last thing you need is to spend your entire weekend tending to your garden. This year’s biggest garden trend is low-maintenance gardening – because the goal is to do less work and enjoy more wine. Focus on plants that don’t need constant attention. Lavender, ornamental grasses, and hardy perennials are all great choices. These beauties thrive with minimal effort and come back year after year. Think of them as the plants that match your energy – easy to love and low on the upkeep. They’ll keep your garden lush and stunning with little effort, leaving you plenty of time to relax with a glass of wine in hand.

Grow Your Own: Because Fresh Tastes Better

What could be better than plucking fresh produce from your very own garden? If you’re just starting out, go for easy-to-grow veggies like carrots, lettuce, and cabbage. These veggies are hardy and can handle cooler temperatures, making them perfect for the British springtime. And if you want to add some instant flavour to your cooking (or spritzes), grow herbs like mint, rosemary, and thyme. These herbs are low-maintenance and add incredible flavour to anything from roast dinners to cocktails, giving you a fresh and homegrown touch.

Attract the Good Guys

A spring garden isn’t complete without its pollinators. To attract those all-important bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, plant nectar-rich flowers like lavender, foxgloves, and wildflowers. These guys will help your garden flourish and fill it with colour. Skip the pesticides (these can harm the very creatures you want to attract) and consider adding a bee hotel or shallow water dish to your garden. Pollinators need food and water to thrive, so help them out, and they’ll return the favor by keeping your flowers and plants healthy. More pollinators = more blooms = a stunning backdrop for your next alfresco rosé session.

Spring Blooms for Instant Cheer

If you want to inject a burst of colour into your garden without too much effort, spring blooms are the way to go. Classic flowers like daffodils, tulips, and pansies are perfect for this time of year, offering an instant pop of color to brighten your garden. These flowers are easy to grow and require little care, so you can enjoy the beauty without all the hard work. Plus, they’ll create a warm and welcoming vibe for those sunny days when you’re sipping a crisp glass of white and enjoying the fresh air.

The Ultimate Wine Sipping Spring Garden Awaits

Now that your garden is looking fresh, tidy, and blooming with colour, it’s time to crack open that bottle of wine and celebrate your hard work (or at least, the fact that you got outside and did something productive). With a bit of soil TLC, weed control, low-maintenance plants, and some spring blooms, your outdoor space will soon become the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Whether you’re lounging in the sun, enjoying a glass of chilled rosé, or just appreciating the beauty of nature, your garden will be the ultimate springtime haven. Cheers to that!