Winter Reset!

Welcome to the New Year! A place for fresh starts with winter in full swing. I am not sure about you, but my body is craving rest and rejuvenation after wrapping up end of year projects and a busy holiday season. Listen to your body. We can take so many lessons from nature.

Winter is nature’s reset as well. It is one of the greatest lessons nature can give us to rest and reset in winter. I am having a hard time leaving the weeds, but we need to leave them be. Weeds grow to protect the soil and the organisms hibernating over winter. In addition, the weeds help the rain absorb into the soil instead of running off. With that said if you notice any invasive weeds, you can chop them at soil level and toss them in the green bin. It is important to leave the roots in the soil as it will still help absorb rain and also the roots will decompose and add much needed nutrients to the soil.

Same goes for the leaves… leave any leaves that fall from the trees. Trees drop their leaves to protect their roots and microbes over winter from the cold. Small bugs, and microorganisms build homes to hibernate in the leaves over winter. When spring comes the leaves will decompose and add carbon back to the soil. It all has a cycle, and we need to let nature lead the way.

If you can’t keep yourself out of the garden, like me :) roses need to be hard pruned and cut back for spring. If you not sure how to prune the roses, reach out and I can teach you! Be sure to pick up any spent rose leaves as they can harbor fungus and disease on the new growth. It is a good time to mix in a good rose food at the base of the plant, I like to use the EB Stone Rose Food.

Prune fruit trees to promote a good harvest. If you need tips on how to prune, I partner with a fantastic arborist.

It is also a great time to add more bare root roses and fruit trees to your garden. January is already booking up with client consultations so be sure to reach out if you want help planning your spring garden!