Gardening Chores in February Bring Spring Delights

February 21, 2012


We are a tad past mid February, but there is still time to do the chores that will make your garden thrive. You may have noticed all the tree trimmers out and about. Flowering trees should not be pruned until they are through with their Spring blooms. Roses, of course need to be pruned to keep them healthy and for a great crop of blooms as they revitalize.


We have had some really windy days and leaves that sit on the ground can be breeding spots for all sorts of garden pests and diseases. Rake them and keep the ground cleared around shrubs, especially camellias.


Continue the war against slugs and snails. Now is also the time to use a dormant of lime sulfur spray for fruit and deciduous trees and shrubs.


Check out your local garden store for bulbs, perennials and annuals.


Now is also a good time to apply a high nitrogen fertilizer to you green up your lawn. Water thoroughly.


If your gardenia leaves have turned yellowish, one tablespoon of Epsom salt per gallon of water will help them recover the shiny green color of the leaves.


Well maintained landscaping will be a joy for you, but will also enhance the value of your property.