First half of April:
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Feed shrubs and roses—read label directions for
special instructions.
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Take a soil sample to determine exact amount of
nutrients the soil needs to grow and produce flowers or fruit
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Mow lawn if grass is more than 2 ½ in. tall. The
ideal mowing height is 2 in.
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Prune and shape spring flowering shrubs after
blossoms fade.
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Begin regular scouting program for fruit trees.
Pesticides should be used only when pest populations are high enough to cause
damage to plants and damage reaches the economic injury level.
Second half of April:
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Finish transplanting trees and shrubs.
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Plant ground covers to those terrible spots
where nothing but weeds seems to grow. There are many to choose from—some with
flowers and others with beautiful foliage.
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Start vegetable, herb and flower seeds now. Read
the back of the seed packet for specific instructions.
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If weather is favorable, plant carrot, celery,
lettuce, radish, spinach, sweet corn, turnip, snap bean and parsnip seeds; and
transplant broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and tomatoes.
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