Monday, March 23, 2015

Spring Flower Gardening


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Spring is the perfect time to get your flower garden started. During March, April, and May, there are certain flowers and tasks that should be done in order to have your garden looking top notch at your new home in Bryan-College Station, Texas. Below is a good guide to get your spring gardening duties started. Putting in the work now means stunning results later.

To Do for March – During March, you should plant perennials such as Blackfoot Daisies, Annuals like Marigolds, and bulbs akin to Daylilies. These all thrive in the Brazos Valley temperatures. Continue to keep your young plants safe from any late frosts. Also, you will need to be on the lookout for pests such as aphids and whiteflies.

To Do for April – During April, it is time to plant annuals like Impatient and Sunflowers, Bulbs like Lilies, and perennials such as Black-eyed Susan, and Ox Eye Daisies. The gardening tasks will be to topdress with compost, fertilize your beds, pull out weeds, and watch for caterpillars.

To Do for May – During May, it is time to plant perennials such as Four-Nerve Daisies and Morning Glories, as well as annuals like Mexican Heather and Shasta Daisies. They love the warm temperatures that CentralTexas is known for. Watering will be your most important gardening task during this time and going into summer. You will also want to continue to watch out for pests and disease.


If you follow these pointers for spring flower gardening, you will be more likely to have beautiful full color results. You will improve the curb appeal of your new home. In addition, you will be able to enjoy the "fruits" of you labor. Imaging relaxing in your yard, enjoying the warm Brazos Valley breeze laced with the intoxicating scent of your flourishing flowers. 






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