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Month: April 2026

May Gardening

May Gardening

It’s the time of year when we can put some things in the ground. Some seeds can go in now, while others need to wait for warmer days. How do we know what to plant when? In April and early May most soil is still too wet to dig unless you have raised beds. Let’s look at several ways to know when it’s OK to plant seeds or put out transplants. Also, a few words about the benefits of not…

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April (Mud Season) Gardening

April (Mud Season) Gardening

When our snow is replaced by slippery mud, it’s a sure sign that spring is here!  We are now getting just over 12 hours of daylight per day and that stimulates new plant growth.  Snow Drops have made their showing and crocuses and daffodils are bursting forth. It makes our gardens irresistible on warmer days but don’t be tempted to get too ambitious just yet. There are a few jobs that can be done before working in the soil.  Houseplants…

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