February Garden Checklist

Flowers (transplant)	Vegetables & Herbs (transplant)	Vegetables (seeds)
Pansies Violas Dianthus Stock Ornamental Kale Snapdragons Sweet Alyssum Petunias Marigolds	Broccoli Cabbage Cauliflower Kale Swiss Chard Collard Greens Lettuce Thyme Rosemary	Beets Carrots Radishes Turnips Lettuce Spinach Mustard Greens Dill Cilantro

Garden Tasks

• Prune Roses – February is the prime time for pruning shrub roses to encourage healthy spring growth and more blooms
• Prepare Garden Beds – Work compost and organic matter into garden soil to enrich it for the spring planinting
• Plant Cool-Season Crops – Early in the month, continue planting leafy greens and root vegetables befoe temperatures rise
• Start Seeds Indoors – Begin warm-season vegetables indoors for transplanting in March and April
• Mulch & Weed – Add a layer of mulch to garden beds to suppress weeds and maintain moisture
• Check Irrigation Systems: Inspect hoses, sprinklers and drip systems for leaks or damage before the growing season begins
• Prepare for Frosts: Keep frost cloths handy in case of unexpected cold snaps that could damage tender plants