A spring cleaning guide released on Apr. 2 outlines a comprehensive list of tools, products, and advice aimed at helping homeowners achieve a greener lawn for under $500.
The guide focuses on essential tasks such as pruning, watering, seeding, fertilizing, pest control, and includes suggestions for pollinator-friendly additions like bulbs and bird feeders. The recommendations are designed to make spring cleanup more manageable while improving the appearance and health of lawns through the upcoming seasons.
Among the most practical items listed are pruners from Corona for shrub maintenance, water timers from DripWorks to prevent overwatering, Orbit oscillating sprinklers from Gardeners Edge for even coverage when seeding new grass, and durable hoses with quality nozzles from Garden Goods Direct. Soil additives such as biochar from Good Sweet Earth are suggested to support beneficial microbes in the soil alongside organic fertilizers available through AM Leo. The guide emphasizes that fertilizer alone may not be enough to sustain healthy growth.
For those looking to enhance their gardens further, bulbs from Blooming Secrets are recommended due to their high germination rates and ease of planting. Additional garden utilities include biodegradable soaps embedded with wildflower seeds by Old Factory Soap and protective gardening gloves by Foxgloves Inc., which offer durability during demanding yard work.
Pest management is addressed with natural weed killers like Natural Armor’s vinegar-based solution and diatomaceous earth products for insect control. The guide also encourages adding features such as butterfly puddlers by Amaranth Stoneware, bird feeders made of walnut or cherry logs by Schoolhouse Woodcrafts, and compact birdbaths—all intended to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies while making outdoor spaces more enjoyable.
The broader implication of this guide is an emphasis on sustainable practices that benefit both homeowners’ lawns and local ecosystems throughout spring into summer.
