• Check plants during winter drought periods and spot water as necessary.

• Check for erosion and fix problems as they appear.

• November 15 to March 15 is the best time to prune most trees and shrubs.

• Most bare-rooted trees and shrubs should be planted in February or early March.

• Mulch where needed to reduce weeding and maintain moisture.

• Make improvements to bed edges and paths if necessary  

Cut down perennial stems and seed heads before new growth begins.

Plant and divide perennials and grasses March through May.

Replace mulch which has been washed out with spring rains.

Prune winter-damaged branches on shrubs or trees that have not begun to grow by May.

Water new transplants and newly planted shrubs and trees unless rainfall is abundant.

Weed out spring annuals.

Pull young invasive shrubs and vines when soil is moist. 

Trim back any plants overhanging walkways.

Watch for and remove diseased plant material like aster yellows.

Weed out annual weeds and overcrowded beds.

Check plants during summer drought periods and spot water as necessary.

Scout out invasives for removal.

Collect for seeds of spring perennials.  

Plant and divide perennials and grasses September through October.

Mulch where needed to reduce weeding and maintain moisture.

Remove invasive species.

Clean out bluebird and other bird houses in fall or winter.

Collect seeds as they are ripe.

Dig dandelions, clematis, clover, and small trees out of beds.