Tiny Tweaks for a Spring Garden Refresh: Expert Tips from Vonhaus

As the UK moves out of winter and daylight hours steadily increase, now is an ideal time for gardeners to start preparing their outdoor spaces for the months ahead. According to weather experts, daylight increases by more than two hours between early February and late March, making it easier to fit in short bursts of garden maintenance before spring fully arrives.

To help homeowners make the most of the changing season, online home and garden retailer Vonhaus has launched the campaign ‘Vonhaus Victories’ today and is now sharing a list of simple gardening wins that can be tackled little by little, without the need for a full garden overhaul.

Here are some easy gardening wins that anyone can tick off over the coming weeks:

Clear away winter debris

Remove fallen leaves, broken branches, and old plant matter to instantly freshen up borders, lawns, and patios while reducing the risk of pests and disease. This can be easily done with a rake or a leaf blower.

Tidy lawn edges and paths

Whilst your grass may not be ready for a complete cut just yet, neatening edges around lawns, flower beds, and paving with a trimmer creates a sharper, more cared-for look with minimal effort.

Lightly rake and aerate the lawn

Raking away moss and thatch that has grown on your lawn, settled on your grass over autumn and winter helps grass breathe and encourages stronger growth as temperatures rise. Removing this built-up layer with a scarifier allows water and nutrients to reach the roots more easily.

Trim hedges and shrubs

A light prune helps plants keep their shape and promotes healthy new growth without the need for heavy cutting. Plants and flowers such as roses, summer-flowering shrubs, and fruit trees are all worth pruning around March time.

Refresh pots and planters

Top up compost, remove dead plants, and clean containers ready for new seasonal planting. If you’re new to composting, you can find a composter bin that will help reduce your carbon footprint.

Check and clean garden tools

Sharpen blades, wipe down handles, and ensure tools are in good working order before peak gardening season begins.

Prepare outdoor furniture

A quick clean or protective treatment now means seating areas will be ready as soon as the sun makes an appearance. Furniture covers are also a bonus for your outdoor space, especially where rainy spring days are involved.

Laura Bradbury, Head of Ecommerce at Vonhaus cemented the idea that small jobs are key to getting sorted for the season ahead:

“Early spring is all about small, manageable jobs that set your garden up for success later in the year. You don’t need to do everything at once – even short tasks like scarifying a lawn or tidying up edges can make a noticeable difference. Getting prepared now means you can spend more time enjoying your garden when the warmer weather arrives.”

With UK soil temperatures typically rising from March onwards, early preparation allows plants, lawns, and outdoor spaces to respond more quickly once spring growth kicks in.

By focusing on simple, achievable tasks, gardeners can spread the workload and enjoy a healthier, more inviting garden throughout spring and summer.

Vonhaus has launched a competition as part of their ‘Vonhaus Victories’ campaign where they’re encouraging customers to share their photos and videos on what they’ve been up to in the garden using Vonhaus garden power tools. Head to their website here to find out how you could be in with the chance of winning their monthly £100 giveaway.

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Founded in 2009 by co-founders Mark Januszewski and Craig Foster, Vonhaus supply quality and innovative kitchen and homeware products to consumers across the UK and Europe. Ranges are developed in-house and sold direct to consumers via dedicated e-commerce site Vonhaus.com and through online marketplaces Amazon, eBay, B&Q, Wayfair, Debenhams, The Range and Tesco.