March 5, 2010

The 60-degree factor: What To Do When the Temperature Tells You It's Time To Get Out In the Lawn and Garden

Like an alarm clock for our senses and our gardens, the thermometer swelling to 60 degrees awakens us all in the spring.

'The 60 degree factor' sends us out walking, biking and, inevitably, gardening. Start by making a list of projects and working through each, one by one.

* Check your implements

Go through all of the tools you'll need in the lawn and garden. Are all of the tools in working order and ready to be used again?

* Assess what you have from last year

Clean out your beds, give the lawn a good raking and look over your perennials and shrubs. If you've just come through a tough winter, check for signs of distress.

* Amend your soil

When the ground is ready to be worked, start tilling and be sure to add amendments - nutrients. Don't overlook your pots or other containers either. Add fresh potting soil like Miracle-Gro Potting Mix each growing season.

If you approach the season by giving your lawn and garden the foundations needed at this time of year, you'll have a beautiful retreat to enjoy throughout spring and into summer.  ~ Courtesy of:  ARA Content
 
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