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Start hoeing or pulling weeds now while the ground is wet and soft. This will make pulling weeds easier.
Check trees & shrubs for broken branches. The wind or snow storms may have caused damage. Cut broken limbs off as close as possible to main branch.
Clean out your old chemicals and make a list of what you need to buy. DO NOT pour theses down a drain, or toss them in the garbage. They may contaminate the water supply. Consult your local authority for proper disposal.
Clean debris and weeds from flower beds. Consider what plants and flowers you want to use this spring. Look through catalogs to make your choices.
Start feeding your houseplants again once they begin to show signs of new growth.
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Go through your stored bulbs and get rid of any that are starting to rot.
Raise plenty of plants by sowing seeds in late February or in March.
Have fun browsing through seed catalogues, then order annual and perennial seeds in time for spring planting.
Start seeds of Ageratum, Asters and Candy Tufts indoors. Sweet Alyssum, Bachelor's Button and Calendula can now be planted outdoors in sunny, open areas.
Even though the weather is quite wet, shrubs may still need watering if overhangs protect them from the rain. Be sure the temperature is well above freezing.
Start fertilizing your wintered Geranium plants now. Give them a feeding with half strength fertilizer and place them in a sunny protected area.
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