Spring has sprung and the weather is heating up as summer draws nearer. April usually brings more frequent sunny days, warmer weather and less rain. It’s also a great time to start sowing seeds, mulching and spraying roses.
Gardening expert Chris Bonnett from GardeningExpress.co.uk explained that April is when gardens really “come to life”.
He said: “The garden really starts to come to life in April with spring blooms adding color and interest.
“It’s also a month for some hard work to get the garden prepped and ready for the warmer weather.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/7Y3TUAV2IBGEJFJA6AWGB4IVAQ.jpg "A.C. repair bills rise with the price of gas")
“Our tips will help novice gardeners focus on what they need to do now so they can enjoy the fruits of their labor in the months to come.”
The gardening pro has shared his top April garden jobs that can be started in just a week’s time.
READ MORE: Mrs Hinch fans share £1 baby product for getting rid of ants
Mulch borders
Mulch is the ultimate gardening time-saver.
Chris explained: “Mulching soil saves water, improves it, and most importantly, suppresses weeds.
“April is the best time to apply it, as the unpredictable weather means it traps moisture from rain but stops beds from drying out in the sun.”
Start spraying roses
To keep roses healthy it is important to spray them.
The expert said: “If new leaves are starting to appear, then it’s time to spray your roses.
“Keep doing this throughout the summer months to avoid common rose problems.”
