When watering, always check your houseplants for pests. Be proactive if treatment is needed so issues don’t spread. Ask us about organic solutions.
Don’t let ice-melting products damage your plants with salt exposure. Alternatives would be kitty litter, sawdust, or sand.
Pull any broadleaf weeds from your lawn. Hori Hori knives are a great tool for doing this. Quality Hori Hori knives are available in our Garden Shop.
You CAN plant trees and shrubs now, as long as the ground is not frozen.
Prune grape vines.
Because of our fierce December freeze, most other pruning should be left until later in the season.
When the ground is not wet, prepare the spot for your spring veggie garden. Don’t work wet soil. It damages your soil structure.
Plan your spring & summer veggie crops and flower crops. We have lots of seed choices!
Use a cold frame to plant cool season crops like lettuce and spinach. Remember to ventilate during sunny weather. Sluggo is a great organic solution when slugs are an issue.
Sharpen your tools and lawn mower blades. Tune up your lawn mower.
Buy something green to brighten up your January!
Wondering aboutcold-damaged plants? Watch this YouTube for advice!
Wondering how to protect you plants if another cold snap is predicted? We have fiberglass rods and floating row cover (for frost protection) in stock.
