Jobs for February 1
February is an interesting time for gardening, as it marks the transition from winter to early spring in many regions. Here are some gardening tasks you can consider for February:
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Soil Preparation Prepare garden beds by turning the soil. Add organic matter or compost to improve soil structure.
Planting If the weather is mild, start planting cold-tolerant vegetables like peas, lettuce, and spinach. Plant bare-root fruit trees and roses.
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Mulching
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Mulch around trees and shrubs to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Prepare vegetable seeds Prepare vegetable seed beds, and sow some vegetables under cover.
Protecting Plants If there’s a late frost risk, be prepared to protect tender plants with frost cloth or other coverings.
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Indoor Seed Starting Start seeds indoors for plants that require a longer growing season, such as tomatoes and peppers.
Fertilising Apply a slow-release fertiliser to perennials and bulbs as they begin to emerge.
