Throughout my studies in school, there were a handful of “a-ha” moments. For me, that was when I learned that plants have a budget. Instead of cash and bitcoins, theirs was measured (mostly) in water and energy. With this historic year of drought, a plant should make smart gambles, or its budget—and life—will shrivel.
Well, the arctic freezer blast in February followed by the warmup in March certainly increased our longing for green things. Around this time of the year, homeowners commonly call the office for help keeping their lawn said green color. However, early spring is more a season of patience than aggressive action for lawns.
As the cold winds of winter tire and slow, you should start planning your vegetable garden. Planning for an unknown growing season can be a little overwhelming. Do you start your own seeds? What should be in what bed? Do you even like eating that kale you grew? Of course, things such as weather and soil type will be out of your hands. However, by using past seasons as a guide and selecting adapted plants, we can become better gardeners.