Though it’s middle winter, experts agree on one thing there’s never a better time to start planning for your spring garden. With many months before the onset of spring, there’s no need to hurry; starting early allows one to source plants, seeds, and other supplies at a pace that one feels comfortable.

“By the time spring rolls around, you’ll be ready to go without feeling overwhelmed at the nursery,” says Laura Janney, founder of The Inspired Garden. “Good planning now will save you time and money later.”
So how do you begin with your plans for the garden? Here are suggestions from pros on how to be successful in this department.
1. Define Your Gardening Goals
Begin with some reflection and outline your objectives and what you plan to get from your gardening practice this year.
- Are you enhancing an existing garden or starting a new one?
- Will you be working with container plants or garden beds?
- Do you want to grow flowers vegetable herbs or all of the above?

That will help you better understand what projects will be worked on and where to head this season.
2. Gather Inspiration
Once you have set your goals, it’s time for the fun part—gathering inspiration!
Janney recommends checking out Pinterest, Instagram, and Google, as well as flipping through gardening books for inspiration.
Choose a style: whimsical cottage, sleek and manicured, wild and free, or practical and edible.
Research the plants and practices you’ll need to make your vision a reality.
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3. Evaluate Your Space and Resources
Look at the space where you’ll be gardening. Consider the following:
- Light conditions: Does the site receive full sun, partial sun, or shade?
- Soil quality: Is it rich and loamy, or does it need to be amended?
- Drainage: Will the area tend to hold water or drain well?
- Wildlife challenges: Will deer, rabbits, or other animals visit?
This step is crucial in ensuring your garden plan matches your space. For example, a Pinterest-worthy rose garden might not thrive in a shady yard, while sun-loving plants like lavender or zinnias will struggle in a low-light space.
4. Create a Plant Wishlist
Compile a list of plants, shrubs, and flowers you’d like to include in your garden.
- Choose plants suited to your light, soil, and space conditions.
- Consider bloom times to ensure your garden offers color throughout the growing season.
- Consider colors, textures, and plant height when creating a visually appealing design.
- A garden mockup or sketch can help you visualize how your plants will look as they grow and mature.
For edible gardens, Tammy Sons, founder and CEO of TN Nursery, suggests looking into companion planting to ward off pests and increase yields. Crop rotation also helps keep the soil healthy for the next planting.
5. Enjoy the Process
Have fun with the planning process!
“Gardening is such a rewarding and wonderful pastime,” Janney says. “dreaming around the flowers to get is one of the trump ways to get the wintertime blues”
with profound provision,n you work set to strike the base run inch form. Plus proper planning will prevent costly mistakes like overcrowding or choosing plants that bloom all at once.
Start dreaming planning and envisioning your perfect garden—it is the first step toward a beautiful and fruitful season ahead!