Spring is just around the corner...

Spring season starts early in Southern California, but that doesn't
mean that local gardeners are any less busy than gardeners from
other regions. Warmer springtime temperatures not only awaken new life in dormant plants, but also ambitious plans for eager gardeners.

Although most folks are anxious to get new plants in the ground,
it's always a good idea to take care of basic garden maintenance
first. If gardeners have not cleaned garden debris and added soil
amendments in the autumn months, early spring is a good time to
do so. Since winter rains may have carried nutrients below the reach of the root zone, now is also a good time to fertilize lawns, shrubs, trees and planting beds. Such care will result in a magnificent display in later months.

Spring Garden Checklist