April Stuff To Do
Wow. I do not ever remember a year when we were this far behind garden-wise. It is time to get busy! Here is a list of Stuff To Do in April.
- It is
safe now to plant hardy perennials, shrubs and trees but the word from the
nursery industry is that they are running 2-3 weeks behind on getting
plants in, especially from the south. Look for full nurseries and garden
centers around mid-month.
It is also safe to plant the cool season annuals like pansies, dianthus and primrose. Add some color to your gardens!
- Lawn mowing will begin as cool
season grasses respond to ideal temperatures and spring rain. Most lawns
will need to be mowed weekly. Keep lawns between 2-3 inches in the spring.
Don't forget to change the oil, spark plug and add fresh fuel.
- Transplant cool season vegetables
like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, leeks and onions.
- As plants leaf out, aphids will
begin showing up too. Use an insecticidal soap to control this pest.
- Slugs continue to increase in
size and numbers this month. Spread organic slug bait around the garden.
- Don't forget to turn on your
outside water to water new plants adequately.
- This is a good time to clean out
flower pots, add fresh soil and fertilizer. This way they will be all
ready to plant next month.
- The late season also means there
is less for wildlife to eat. Re-stock those bird feeders.
- Grilling season is upon us! Clean
the grill with soap and water. Replace briquettes and check propane hoses
for damage and leaks.
- Go to the Cherry Blossom Festival. Here is a link to there website: http://www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/
BREATH. ENJOY. That is spring air out there!
