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Watch for dazzling violet trumpet vine (Clytostoma callistegiodes) in bloom.
Spring in the Garden
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ver the next few months our gardens will come alive again. The days are getting longer, plants are waking up and the itch to get our hands in the dirt is real. Weeds will be out in force, so weeding should be a priority over these next few months to make sure good stuff doesn’t get choked out. We’re getting ready for Home Front Judging (April 5, 6, and 7) and the Coronado Flower Show (April 18 and 19). Garden tours will be happening all over San Diego County, which always inspires and provides great ideas for your garden.
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Succulents are tough but many varieties can have beautiful, subtle coloring. | MARCH 2020
MARCH ✿ Fertilizing is a big focus this month. The rain we’ve had is a good thing, but a lot of nutrients get washed down into the depths of the soil. Nitrogen, especially, has been depleted. Consult with your favorite nursery about which fertilizers you should be using for your different plants. It’s important to feed plants, because they are getting ready for some major growth. Leafy greens need water and fertilizer, otherwise, lettuces will be tough and bitter. ✿ We are probably at the end of any significant rain. Make sure your irrigation is turned on, and make any repairs if needed if you haven’t already.
