In our neck of the woods, winter gets long and the thought of our spring clean seems far away. January and February seem to go on forever! When March rolls around, spring fever hits with a vengeance. We want to be outside puttering around. We want to get the garden beds ready, clean up the property of sticks and winter debris, and generally breathe in the fresh, spring air.

I dare you to try not to smile and feel alive when the grass starts to get green and the earthy smell of spring is present. The days get longer and that fuels our spring fire. Nothing gives you a good night’s rest better than working outside all day. Are you with me?

Here we are in the middle of January, and I’m itching to plan this year’s garden and putter outside. We have had a mild winter so far, so spring fever is lurking around the corner and ready to pounce early.  I fear we will be wearing out a path of circles in the house by the time March gets here.

I’ve never made a list of things to spring clean outside, but it seems like the thing to do on this winter day. This list of 34 things to spring clean outside should help both you and me.

34 Things to Spring Clean Outside

1. Check sheds & out buildings for any needed repairs
2. Pick up sticks and debris from lawn and driveway
3. Check mower for any maintenance needs/blade sharpening
4. Sweep the deck and porch
5. Power wash the deck and porch
6. Power wash the siding on the house
7. Clean outside door frames
8. Knock down any cobwebs from porch corners and other areas
9. Apply any treatments to curb weeds before they start
10. Touch up paint on trim, doors, and shutters if needed
11. Power wash the garage door
12. Shake out and sweep/clean under the entry mat
13. Clean the grill (I can taste the burgers right now!)
14. Clean and repair the rain gutters
15. Check foundations and replace broken bricks, wood, or stone
16. Check and repair any livestock fences or pens
17. Clean outdoor light fixtures
18. Wash outside windows
19. Clean outside patio furniture
20. Trim trees, bushes, and shrubs
21. Check and repair sprinklers
22. Check for leaks and repair garden hoses
23. Inspect/replace roof shingles on all buildings
24. Remove any leftover debris in gardens from last season
25. Add compost to garden and till the soil
26. Plant the cold season vegetables & warm season if your climate allows
27. Add mulch to all garden beds where needed
28. Remove dead leaves from around the property and toss onto the compost pile
29. Clean outdoor trash cans
30. Clean out/sweep the garage
31. Wash and vacuum vehicles
32. Apply any preventive treatments for ants/insects (mosquitoes!) outside the house
33. Put out lawn/garden ornamentation
34. Plant flowers

Why did I do this to myself?  Now I want to get outside and get busy! Spring is one of my favorite seasons of the year – you, too?

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