Spring arrives quickly — and the gardeners who get the best results are always those who prepare before the season, not during it.
Early Spring (Soil Still Cold)
- Test your soil pH and amend as needed (most vegetables prefer 6.0–7.0)
- Add 2–3 inches of compost to all garden beds and work it in lightly
- Clean and oil your garden tools; replace any broken handles
- Order seeds — popular varieties sell out fast
Mid Spring (Soil Warming)
- Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date
- Divide and transplant overcrowded perennials
- Apply a layer of mulch to suppress early weeds
- Prune roses and summer-flowering shrubs
Late Spring (After Last Frost)
- Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors
- Direct sow warm-season crops like beans, squash, and cucumbers
- Install irrigation and check for leaks before the season heats up
- Set up your compost bin for the season
