Winter Gardening? Really?

Winter is here and we have several weeks to get some things completed before we get into the busy spring season.

• Dormant lawn seeding- There are only two really good times to plant grass seed during the year. The best time is the August / September period. The next best time is right now. If you have thin or bare spots in the yard that you would like to look better you have the next 4 to 6 weeks to take advantage of the freezing and thawing that occurs at this time of the year. Nature's freezing and thawing helps the seed get in good contact with the soil. Seed contact with the soil is essential for germination which will take place as soon as the soil warms later in spring. Don't forget the crabgrass control.

• Crabgrass control will need to be used to prevent this weed from taking over the new grass seedlings in June. The crabgrass preventer MUST be the type that will allow the good grass seed to grow. This "preventer" is the one with the "brain" and will cost more than the regular crabgrass control. Apply before the end of March.

• If you haven't pruned your fruit trees and berries this is a good time to do that. If you need some information Google 'pruning', and the name of the plant you're getting ready to work on.

• What about your lawn mower, have you changed the oil and spark plug, cleaned the air filter and sharpened the blade? If you need to get your mower into the shop it's a good time to do that before everyone who waits until the last minute. If you wait too long this can cause a delay in getting your mower back and a little late for that first cut when the grass is growing like crazy in early spring.

• This time of the year is when we can get more information about some of the basics in gardening or just learn about fun stuff. Things like "vertical gardening", "miniature or fairy gardens" or "gardening with succulents" are some of the popular workshops that are available this time of year.

• Go to websites of local organizations to check out what is being offered in the area and sign up early as space may be limited. Look for sessions on vegetable gardening so you can decide what it is you need to do then have a successful gardening season.

• Seed racks will be ready soon and it would be a good idea to make your selections early so you have all the choices you would like to grow.

Send any questions or comments to info@meadowview.com and we'll get back to you with our best advice.

Wishing you the best gardening year ever, The gardening team at Meadow View

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