As the days get longer and the flowers start to bloom, we asked you to spill the (garden) tea on all things spring—and you delivered! From favorite outdoor activities to spring cleaning habits, gardening wins (and woes), and the little joys that make this season special, your responses painted a colorful picture of how we really feel about spring.
Ready to dig in? Let’s see what’s sprouting in the world of warmer weather, fresh air, and muddy boots.
Springtime Favorites
What puts spring in your step?
– Top Pick: 37% love the warmer weather
– 30% enjoy the season’s sights & sounds
– 22% appreciate longer days
– 10% are all about planting season
– 2% said something else
Seasonal Struggles
What’s your least favorite thing about spring?
– 31% say allergies are the worst part
– 30% are bugged by insects
– 16% said “Nothing! I love it all.”
– 14% dislike unpredictable temperatures
– 9% aren’t fans of rainy days
Favorite Spring Activities
How do you embrace the outdoors?
– 34% love gardening
– 30% hit the trails
– 15% sat this one out
– 12% prefer outdoor exercise
– 9% go for outdoor sport
Spring Cleaning Habits
Is spring a clean slate season for you?
– 51% tackle a few tasks
– 20% look forward to it
– 18% only clean when necessary
– 11% skip spring cleaning altogether
Refreshing the Home
How do you shake off winter indoors?
– 56% open the windows for fresh air
– 26% deep clean and declutter
– 10% don’t refresh for spring
– 4% buy fresh flowers
– 4% decorate with bright colors
Spring DIY Season
It’s time to tinker, build, or beautify!
– 42% do outdoor projects
– 23% do other DIY projects
– 17% tackle home improvement
– 10% get crafty and decorate
– 7% love upcycling
Getting in the Garden
When does the planting begin?
– 37% don’t have a garden
– 27% plant in mid-late April or May
– 23% start late March-early April
– 13% start as soon as it’s frost-free
What’s Growing Out There?
What are you planting in the garden?
– 35% grow flowers
– 31% grow veggies
– 31% grow a bit of everything
– 3% grow herbs
Gardening Challenges
Gardening isn’t always a walk in the park…
– 33% say keeping pests away
– 27% struggle with finding time to maintain it
– 17% need help knowing what to plant and when
– 15% blame the weather
– 7% have no complaints
Who Handles the Landscaping?
Are you a DIY type or do you call the pros?
– 61% do it all themselves
– 14% mix DIY and professional help
– 10% rely entirely on the pros
– 15% don’t have a yard
That’s it for this edition of In The Know! What do you think of the survey results from our panel members? I’d love to hear about your plans for this spring in the comments!
Regards,
Taylor
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