Winter Gardening Chores

Prune roses now (If you have not already done so).

Check your roses for powdery mildew as new growth appears in spring. Spray with rose disease spray.

Fertilize Roses at the first sign of growth.

Get ready for spring planting by selecting plants and organizing projects.

Plant seeds indoors for spring planting.

Watch for new weeds and pull them as they sprout. Keep them from developing deep roots, spreading and producing seeds and you will not have to fight as big of a battle with weed control.

Slugs and snails multiply fast in cool wet weather. Bait, trap and/or hand pick often. Use an iron phosphate based bait like ‘Worry Free’ or ‘Slug-Go’.

Deep-water camellias and azaleas, but no not fertilize them in their bloom season. Add Ironite if the leaves are turning yellow, but the veins are green.

Add Ironite to gardenias to help them green up in winter. If they are not blooming, add an acid fertilizer too.

Feed everything with a light application of organic fertilizer. Try organic fertilizers like ‘Grow Power’, 'Whitney Farms' or 'Dr. Earth'.