Eager to garden? Keep in mind the weather conditions. March and April could be spring-like or snowy. Pruning can be done in wintery conditions, but
OUTDOORS It seems that gardening is never finished, but would we want it to be any different? Protect carrots and other root crops, such as
Story and photos by Carol Ann Harlos You probably have heard of “air plants,” or tillandsias. Tillandsias naturally grow in drier areas of the southern
THE GARDEN We gardeners have been waiting for spring. However, during May, PATIENCE is the rule. A common problem is planting too soon. If the
by Michelle Sutton Carol Ann Harlos and Lyn Chimera have been frequent almanac co-writers in Upstate Gardeners’ Journal since 2008. Each lives in Erie County.
First please take the time to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of autumn. This is a special time not to be missed. Now to
What To Do in the Garden in September & October AUTUMN GARDENING CHORES Remove, pick up, and discard any diseased plants or leaves. Disinfect your pruners as
What To Do in the Garden in March & April The following are some general ideas for early spring. Take weather conditions into account. Winter Damage
What To Do in the Garden in November & December INDOORS Reduce the fertilization of most indoor plants from late October to mid-March. An exception would be
