Keep your garden thriving year-round with our seasonal gardening checklists. Here’s what you should be doing each season:
- Spring:
- For spring planting, start seeds indoors for a head start on the growing season.
- Prep your soil by adding compost and organic matter.
- Plant cool-season crops like peas, spinach, and radishes.
- Summer:
- Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
- Harvest vegetables like tomatoes and peppers as they ripen.
- Monitor for pests and diseases, and take action as needed.
- Fall:
- Plant garlic and root vegetables like carrots and beets.
- Clean up garden beds, removing dead plants and debris.
- Mulch perennials to protect them from winter cold.
- Winter:
- For winter garden prep, cover empty garden beds with plastic or a tarp to protect the soil from harsh weather or erosion and reduce nutrient loss.
- Plan next year’s garden layout and order seeds.
- Sharpen tools and clean garden equipment.
- Start indoor plants to bring a bit of greenery into your home.
Need help planning your garden year-round? Our expert consultations can help you prepare for every season.