March heralds the arrival of spring. Days grow longer and soil temperature warms. Now is the time to think about feeding, pruning and planning your summer color.
Planting: March is the transition between cool season and warm season plants. http://www.lasumida.com/tips/plantinglists/warmseason.html
Summer color: Annuals: Petunias, Marigolds, Cosmos, Dianthus, etc.
Perennials: Foxglove, Cleome, Delphinium, Nemesia, Salvia, Etc. Etc. Etc.
Summer vegetables and herbs are now arriving. See March planting list for more information. www.lasumida.com/tips/plantinglists/edible_03.html
Lawns may be started from sod or seed. Don’t forget soil amendments and fertilizers to assure best performance. Prepare flower and vegetable beds.
Plant summer blooming bulbs:Tuberous Begonias- plant w/acid planting mix or peat moss indented side up (round bottom side down).
Fuchsias:Pinch back for compact growth. Flowers are produced on new wood. Feed with acid food.
Prune: Prune back dead and old growth on shrubs, vines, and perennials. New growth will be quick to fill in. Shrubs – may be cut back by 1/3. Prune Camellias after they bloom. Grasses/Cannas cut just above the ground.
I hope these tips help get you in the spring gardening mood. D
