January

• Time to plant trees (fall and winter are best).
• Use Root Stimulator and Soil Conditioner when planting.
• Prune trees and apply sealer to large cuts.
• Be sure to water throughout the winter -- it helps protect from freeze damage.

February

• Start pre-emergent program to keep weed seed from germinating. Amaze granules will take care of broadleaf and grassy type weeds.
• Spray existing weeds with Round-Up or Finale (in Bermuda Grass.)
• Test soil for spring planting prep.
• Plant trees.
• Feed trees and shrubs.
• Be sure to water.

March

• Add soil amendments to garden areas and flowerbeds.
• Feed trees and shrubs (if not done in February).
• Shop for best selection of spring bulbs. (Elephant Ears and Caladiums go fast!)
• Check for Borer damage.
• Watch for late freezes.
• Plant Fescue seed late in the month.
• Plant onion sets, garlic, potatoes, rhubarb and asparagus.
• If needed, spray Dormant Oil.

April

• Remember! Arbor Day is the last Friday in April.
• Check soil temperature for seeding Bermuda (must be 68 degrees).
• Apply grub control late in the month.
• Sod will be available this month.
• Spray Systemic for Pine Tip Moths.
• Bedding plants arrive this month.

May

• Use Systemic Fungicides on roses, vines, shrubs and grasses.
• Fertilize spring bedding plants.
• Discard standing water to prevent mosquito infestation.
• Apply fertilizer to lawns.
• Spray for Bag Worms.
• Time to plant spring bulbs.
• Spray any existing weeds.

June

• Second round of Pre-Emergent.
• Top dress beds to help keep weeds down and retain moisture as it gets hotter.
• Add Bloom Start to Crepe Myrtles to promote longer bloom time.
• Spray an existing weeds.

July

• Use Bloom Set on Tomatoes to prevent shedding due to heat.
• DO NOT apply high Nitrogen fertilizer to Fescue -- it will burn in the heat.
• Give extra care and watering to trees and shrubs while weather is hot.
• Plant summer color.

August

• Watch for yellowing of turf grasses caused by a lack of iron.
• Fungus may also cause yellowing and eventually death of turf grasses if not treated.
• Watch for insects on trees and shrubs.

September

• Third round of Pre-Emergent.
• Plant Fescue seed late September through mid November.
• Clean out beds and get ready for Pansies.
• Plant Mums now.

October

• Pick out spring bulbs -- they go fast!
• Plant Pansies, Cabbage, Kale, Stock and Snapdragons for winter color.
• Plant trees - be sure to use Root Stimulator and soil amendments.
• Contact landscapers to get construction completed on ponds, patios and sprinkler systems.

November

• Apply Winterizer and fertilizer to lawn.
• Plant spring bulbs between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Poinsettias arrive Thanksgiving week.
• Live Christmas trees arrive by Thanksgiving weekend.
• Plant trees.
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December

• Water trees, shrubs and lawns.
• Apply Dormant Oil. Plant trees.
• Prune trees now through March.
• Add fourth round of Pre-Emergent.