Pinch azaleas and rhododendron blossoms as they fade. Double flowered azaleas need no pinching.
Fertilize azaleas after bloom. Use a formulation which has an acid reaction.
Don't remove spring bulb foliage prematurely or next year's flower production will decline.
Apply post-emergence broadleaf weed controls now if needed.
Set out tomato plants as soils warm about mid-month. Place support stakes alongside at planting time.
Set out peppers and eggplants after soils have warmed around the end of the month . Plant sweet potatoes can be planted the end of the month.
Don't spray any fruits while in bloom. Refer to local Extension publications for fruit spray schedule.
Herbs planted in average soils need no extra fertilizer. Too much may reduce flavor and pungency at harvest.
Take houseplants outdoors when nights will remain above 50 degrees. Most prefer only direct morning sun.
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