Aside from perhaps January 1, no other date on the calendar sprouts optimism and renewal more than the onset of spring.
Whether it’s gardening, tackling renovations or good old-fashioned spring cleaning, warmer weather and more light in the evenings results in a surge of activities indoors and out.
Working around the home and yard is one thing COVID-19 cannot touch, thankfully. There are no restrictions, no masks and no need to socially distance within the confines of your own home and yard.
In 2020, protocols and health guidelines restricted many aspects of life, but renovations saw an uptick, and homes are probably cleaner than ever. Or are they? Netflix and Amazon Prime might have something to say about that.
Many residents started growing their own vegetables, while other more seasoned home gardeners expanded their operations to include more varieties, enhancing what was available to put on their plates, and reducing their grocery bills.
Our annual Spring Home and Garden articles are always inspirational, and this year is no different. Ideas for renovating, fixing, updating, cleaning, growing and sharing are highlighted, with stories from and about local residents, as well as tips for saving money and painting, because everyone loves painting, right?
Will the coronavirus boom for at-home projects continue in the 2021 growing and renovating season? Only time will tell, but of all the changes COVID-19 has thrust upon the masses, it’s good to know at least one of them has resulted in positive outcomes.
