If you haven’t already, then as soon as possible… here is a March “must do” list! Annuals, Perennials and Bulbs in the Garden There is often a strong temptation to start removing winter mulches from your flower beds…. WAIT!!! Pull the mulch off gradually as the plants show signs of new growth. The purpose of winter mulch […]
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February is a busy time in the garden! Besides pruning, here are some other highlights for the month. Keep watering if there is no rain – Water shrubs in your landscape throughout the winter if the soil is dry. Evergreen plants transpire water from their leaves whenever the air temperature is above 40 degrees F. […]
Prepare plant beds or seed boxes for growing plants such as tomato, pepper, and eggplant by turning the soil and amending with Lobster Compost. Have beds ready for planting in early February. Prune any damaged or dead branches from your trees and shrubs. To control insects and disease on fruit trees and other ornamentals, apply Bonide All […]
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March is a bridge month in the garden. Some activities must be completed before month’s end; others are just revving up. Here’s help prioritizing your spring chores. Do It Now If you haven’t pruned these yet – DO IT NOW! Roses, Butterfly Bush, summer blooming Hydrangea and Rose of Sharon Finish pruning evergreens early in […]