February in the Garden
Hooray! We’re starting to see signs of spring but stay on guard for more winter weather.
Lots to do this month:
Joyce Gemmell's
Vegetable Gardening Guide
It’s still a cool-weather month for veggies but you can start planning for warm-weather crops now.
Here’s a reminder of which is which:
here and here.
With Patience, You May Be Able to Grow Your Own Tea
This recent U-T article details how tea, the world’s most beloved drink, could start as shrub in your own yard.
Read all about it!
Pest Note: Springtails
Springtails are very small, jumping insects that may alarm you by appearing in large numbers in moist indoor areas. But they’re not dangerous.
Learn more here:
Hotline FAQ
Question:
How often and for how long should I drip irrigate my raised bed vegetable garden?
Answer:
The simple answer is “it depends” and here’s why:
And More FAQs… The Pros Answer Your Landscape Irrigation Questions
“How much can I reduce watering?”; “Should I amend the soil?”; “What time of day should I water?”
Find the answers here:
Looking to Expand Your Knowledge of Natives?
Here’s a link to multiple educational resources compiled by the California Native Plant Society.
