Instant wildflower meadows a dream in minutes?
A Washington Post article warns against expecting instant meadows from seed canisters and explains that a real wildflower meadow takes years to develop. It covers soil prep, herbicide risks, weed control, soil amendments, and seed mix choices, with regional planting notes and supplier references.
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Sally Roth
Rodale
Washington Region
Early Spring Gardening Tips for Cool Season Greens
Plan to sow low garden peas and sugar snaps as soon as workable. Support trailing plants with netting on stakes for an instant trellis. Avoid work in soggy soil. Start tomato and pepper seedlings indoors under lights now. Harden off broccoli cauliflower and Brussels sprouts by day exposure for two weeks before planting. Prepare holes for clematis vines and rose bushes this month. Let leaf mold and manure break down fully before planting.
Forsythias Bring Hardy Spring Color to Gardens
Forsythias offer reliable bloom and easy care with varieties like Northern Gold Landwovn Gold and Spring Glory. Plant with good drainage in slightly acidic to neutral soil and prune after flowering to maintain form, avoiding heavy shearing that can invite canker and ugliness. The lilac and rose perfumes nearby highlight spring landscape charm.
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