April through June Monthly Tips
Fertilize all annuals and hanging baskets for continued summer bloom
Add wind chimes, bird baths or statuary to yard to enhance enjoyment.
Deep water all established trees and shrubs.
Mulch around plants with bark products to conserve moisture and control weed growth.
Watch for signs of mite damage if weather is hot and dry. Wash plants with stream of water from hose and
see us for types of sprays to control mites.
Prune Maple and Birch trees
Plant iris rhizomes this month. Dig and divide old iris now
Last feeding for roses, trees and shrubs should be done prior to August 15
Prepare flower beds for fall plantings of bulbs, such as tulips & daffodils
Watch lawn for signs of fungus-bring in a sample of the turf if you are unsure
Fertilize lawn with a lower nitrogen fertilizer (20-0-5)
Check Daily for ripe veggies
Come in after Labor Day for best selection of fall bulbs
Be prepared with a frost blanket to protect those tomatoes if mother nature decides to be difficult
Plant pansies and mums for fall colors
Spray herbicides on weeds
Deep water established trees and shrubs
Plant trees and shrubs
Plant Iris and spring flowering bulbs
Come see the Giant pumpkin weigh-off