“Love is the flower of life, and blossoms unexpectedly and without law, and must be plucked where it is found, and enjoyed for the brief hour of its duration.” - D.H. Lawrence
Woo hoo! The Groundhog says spring is coming early!
Here are a few ways to get ready for the upcoming spring season:
- Know our zone and what is best to plant here - We are the 9A Zone here in Northeast Florida. Make sure anything you purchase is able to live in 9A.
- Before adding to your garden: Do a spring cleanup. Clean plant debris out of your garden beds and any annuals you didn’t remove in the fall.
- Now is a great time to transplant any plants or trees if needed.
- Prune all plants and trees after Feb. 15, as long as there are no freezes in the forecast of 35 degrees or less, to ensure the majority of cold nights are over. This will aid in maximum growth in the next few months.
- Fertilize flowers, plants, and sod during the month of February, before the heat begins.
- Weed and mulch to refresh flower beds. Mulch discourages weeds, and moderates soil temperature, as well as creates a cohesive look for your landscaping.
- Tools - Make sure to purchase or clean/sharpen any gardening tools needed to be ready for spring.
- Although the warm weather is coming early, still be prepared with materials for a possible freeze or two before we are in the clear.
Flower of the Week: Geranium
Geraniums are easy to grow and can be an indoor or outdoor plant. They come in a variety of colors and are also fragrant. For maximum bloom, make sure to plant geraniums in an area they will receive a minimum of 4-6 hours of sunlight.
Kathy’s Creative Gardens & Nursery
196 N. Roscoe Blvd.
(904) 655-7373
