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February

GARDENING TO-DO LIST

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Planting

Strawberries can be planted now; hanging baskets are an ideal way to grow the berries to avoid fungus and insects attacking the fruit.  Tomatoes can be transplanted into pots that can be brought inside for frosts and freezes; later on (after last frost) they can be planted in larger pots or in the ground.  Lettuce can be started from seed, for continual harvesting. Set out fresh seeds every 2-3 weeks through the cool season.  Bluebonnets are available for transplanting to make a great spring show.  It is past the prime time to set out seeds for bluebonnets.

Pests

Keep an eye out for loopers and aphids on cool-season vegetables and annuals.  Use the most organic solution possible for treating these insects.  Check for scale insects on ornamentals such as camellias, hollies, magnolias, and Japanese blueberries.  Treat with horticultural oil spray while it is still cool.

Lawn

Apply pre-emergent to stop spring weeds such as crabgrass, goosegrass and dallisgrass before they start.  Corn gluten meal is an organic approach, while Barricade is a non-organic approach (both products can be found in our plant care shed).

Birds

Lower purple martin houses, clean and repair as necessary.  Re-raise and position for martin scouts.  Keep 20 feet away from trees and buildings for a clear flight pattern. Goldfinches are feeding. Hang thistle or nyjer seed socks for these cuties. Keep suet feeders filled for hungry winter birds – their natural food sources are slim right now.

Freezes

Continue to keep an eye on the weather and stay informed on night time lows.  Have frost cloth on hand for light frosts.  If the temperature drops below 32, double wrap tender plants to ensure proper insulation.  Avoid using plastic against foliage, but it can be used as the second exterior layer when covering plants. Remove plastic during the day.  TIP: Heavy duty clothespins or spare bricks can be used to secure and weight down cloths.

Beds

Lower purple martin houses, clean and repair as necessary.  Re-raise and position for martin scouts.  Keep 20 feet away from trees and buildings for a clear flight pattern. Goldfinches are feeding. Hang thistle or nyjer seed socks for these cuties. Keep suet feeders filled for hungry winter birds – their natural food sources are slim right now.

Fertilize

Fertilize established trees and shrubs, except Azaleas and camellias with a good all-around organic fertilizer like MicroLife.

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