March Gardening Tips

With spring on the horizon, anticipation fills the air. Soon, you’ll find yourself in your yard, basking in the sunshine and tending to your garden. But before rushing into April, remember the significance of March for prepping and nurturing your outdoor space. Here are essential March gardening tips to kickstart your season!

Fertilization

If you missed fertilizing your shade trees last month, prioritize it this March. Additionally, give all shrubs a boost with fertilizer. Consider nourishing emerging spring bulbs as well.

Planting Season

Surprisingly, the prime planting window in our zone spans from September to April/May. Seize the opportunity to plant shrubs, shade trees, and more. With mild temperatures and consistent rainfall, now’s the ideal time to undertake significant planting endeavors before the heat and dryness set in.

Pruning

March marks the ideal period for pruning fruit trees. This practice fosters sturdy branching, enhances light exposure, and improves air circulation within the tree. For overgrown shrubs, consider pruning them this month as well.

Pest Prevention

While some pests lurk unseen until summer, March presents an opportunity to thwart them. Apply dormant oil spray to fruit trees and safeguard susceptible shrubs against scale infestations with timely spraying.

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