Gardening Calendar
January
Plan your garden layout and order seeds.
Check stored bulbs and tubers for signs of rot.
Start pruning dormant trees and shrubs.
Avoid walking on frozen grass to prevent damage.
February
Begin indoor seed-starting for cool-season vegetables.
Continue pruning fruit trees and ornamental shrubs.
Clean and sharpen garden tools.
Apply dormant oil spray to trees and shrubs to prevent pests.
March
Start hardening off seedlings for transplanting.
Begin planting cool-season crops like lettuce, peas, and spinach.
Apply mulch to perennial beds to retain moisture.
Rake and dethatch lawns to remove dead grass and debris.
Apply a slow-release fertilizer to trees and shrubs.
April
Plant early vegetables and annuals like pansies.
Divide and transplant perennials.
Start monitoring for pests and diseases.
Apply pre-emergent weed control to lawns.
Begin fertilizing lawns with a balanced fertilizer.
May
Plant summer vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and squash.
Fertilize lawns and garden beds.
Add mulch to prevent weeds and retain moisture.
Aerate compacted lawns to improve root growth.
Deep water trees and shrubs to encourage strong roots.
June
Water deeply and consistently during dry spells.
Harvest early crops and plant succession crops.
Prune spring-flowering shrubs after they bloom.
Apply summer lawn fertilizer and mow at a higher setting.
Monitor trees and shrubs for pests and diseases.
July
Deadhead flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
Keep an eye out for pests and treat as needed.
Harvest herbs and dry them for storage.
Continue watering lawns, trees, and shrubs deeply.
Avoid heavy fertilization of lawns in peak summer heat.
August
Start planting fall crops like kale and carrots.
Divide overgrown perennials.
Keep watering during hot, dry periods.
Apply a light summer feeding to trees and shrubs if necessary.
Overseed thinning lawn areas for fall growth.
September
Plant spring-blooming bulbs like tulips and daffodils.
Reduce fertilization as plants slow growth.
Clean up spent annuals and summer vegetables.
Apply fall fertilizer to lawns to promote root development.
Fertilize trees and shrubs to prepare for winter dormancy.
October
Rake leaves and add them to compost.
Protect tender perennials with mulch.
Start bringing in potted plants before frost.
Continue mowing grass until it stops growing.
Apply winterizer fertilizer to lawns.
Wrap young trees to prevent winter damage.
November
Plant garlic for next year’s harvest.
Winterize garden tools and hoses.
Wrap young trees to prevent winter damage.
Keep fallen leaves off lawns to prevent fungal growth.
Water evergreen trees and shrubs before the ground freezes.
December
Plan next year’s garden projects.
Keep bird feeders stocked for winter wildlife.
Enjoy the beauty of evergreen plants and winter interest gardens.
Apply anti-desiccant spray to broadleaf evergreens.
Avoid using salt near trees and shrubs to prevent root damage.
By following this gardening calendar, you can keep your garden, lawn, and trees healthy and productive throughout the year. Happy gardening!
