With plenty of time before spring officially hits, theres no need to rush the planning phase.

“Good planning now will save time and money later.”

So, what does the garden planning process involve?

Spring gardening.

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What can you start doing now to prepare for the gardening season?

Here are a few things to consider, according to experts.

For example, do you want to enhance orbuild a new garden?

Are you planning on container gardening or working in garden beds?

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Gather Inspiration

Once your goals are defined, its time to research and gather inspiration.

(The fun part!)

Or perhaps you plan on cultivating aherb or vegetable garden.

Then research the kinds of plants and gardening practices that will help you achieve the look you want.

This step usually goes hand in hand with the inspiration stage.

Its essential to keep your space and resources in mind as you browse and gather ideas.

Tammy Sons, founder and CEO of TN Nursery, says thatcompanion plantingis also important to consider.

Have Fun

Above all else, have fun with it!

Gardening is so rewarding and is a wonderful pastime," Janney says.

“Dreaming about the flowers to come is one of the best cures for the winter blues.”