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Clean and Store Garden Tools

Winter is the perfect time to take care of your gardening tools so they’re ready for spring:

• Clean and oil your tools: Remove dirt and rust from pruners, shovels, and trowels. Apply a light coat of oil to metal parts to prevent corrosion over the winter months.
• Store tools properly: Keep your tools in a dry, covered place like a shed or garage. Hanging them up helps prevent rust and keeps them organized for the next growing season.

Plan Ahead for Spring

Winter is the best time to dream and plan for the next gardening season.

• Map out your garden: Use this downtime to sketch out any new garden beds, think about what plants you’d like to add, and review your plant rotation if you have a vegetable garden.
• Order seeds early: Many gardeners order their seeds in winter to ensure they get their preferred varieties before they sell out. Elbers offers a great selection of seeds, and our staff is always happy to provide advice on what grows best in Buffalo’s climate.

Add Winter Interest to Your Garden

Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean your garden has to be dull! There are ways to keep it looking attractive, even when most plants are dormant:

• Evergreens: Incorporating evergreens like holly, pine, and spruce into your garden beds adds color and texture all winter long.
• Decorative elements: Consider adding garden décor like bird feeders, benches, or sculptures to brighten up your landscape during the colder months.
• Winter berries: Plants like winterberry and snowberry produce bright red and white berries that stand out against the snow, adding a pop of color to your winter garden.

Be sure to check out part one and part two of this series

With these tips, your garden will be well-prepared to handle Buffalo’s cold winter, ensuring that when spring arrives, your plants and soil will be ready to thrive again.

Visit Elbers Garden Center for all your winter gardening needs, from mulch and compost to expert advice!