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When to Plant?

When to Plant?

We’re finally getting to the time of year when we can plant some things into the ground. Some things can go in early, other things need to wait for warmer days.  How do we know what to plant when?  Most soil is still too wet to dig or till unless you have raised beds. This week let’s look at several ways to help determine when it’s best to plant seeds or put out transplants. Frost Free Dates.  Most plants can’t…

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When to Plant?

When to Plant?

We’re getting to the time when we can put seeds & plants into the ground. Some things can go in early, other things need to wait for warmer days.  How do we know what to plant when?  Here are a few ways that work for me and if you have others, please let me know. Frost Free Dates.  Most plants can’t take a frost or freeze so they need to go in after danger has passed.  That is tricky since…

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