Spring to Summer Garden Checklist: What to Clean, Treat and Prepare in May
As the days get longer and the weather starts to warm up, May is the perfect time to get your garden ready for summer.
After months of damp, cold conditions, outdoor surfaces often need a bit of attention before they’re ready to be enjoyed again.
1. Refresh Your Patio and Paving
Winter can leave patios looking dull, green and tired.
Mould, lichen and algae build up over time, especially in damp or shaded areas. Even if it’s not immediately obvious, this layer can make surfaces look faded and feel slippery underfoot.
What to do:
- Clear away debris like leaves and dirt
- Lightly clean if needed to remove loose surface dirt
- Apply Wet & Forget to treat mould, lichen and algae at the source
Instead of scrubbing for hours, Wet & Forget works gradually with the weather to break down growth - leaving your patio cleaner for longer.
2. Clean Outdoor Furniture and Seating Areas
With more time spent outside, your seating areas should feel fresh and inviting.
Furniture often collects dirt, mould and mildew over winter - even when covered.
What to do:
- Wipe down or rinse furniture
- Check for mould or staining
- Treat furniture with Wet & Forget to clean any build up over the winter months
3. Don’t Forget Vertical Surfaces
It’s easy to focus on patios and driveways- but fences, walls and garden features also collect algae and grime over time.
What to do:
- Check fences and walls for discolouration
- Apply Wet & Forget to restore and treat these surfaces
- Keep them maintained alongside ground areas
4. Plan for Changing Weather
UK weather doesn’t suddenly turn dry in summer- showers and damp conditions still play a big role in surface growth.
That means untreated areas can quickly start to deteriorate again.
What to do:
- Apply Wet & Forget during mild, dry conditions
- Let it work gradually with rainfall over time
- Focus on long-term prevention, not just quick fixes
A little effort now can save repeated cleaning later.
A Smarter Way to Get Summer-Ready
Getting your garden ready for summer doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated.
By focusing on the key areas - patios, driveways, furniture and problem spots - and treating them properly, you can transform your outdoor space with minimal effort.
The key is not just cleaning what you can see, but stopping growth before it comes back.
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