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July Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on July 2, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Daisies in bloom in July garden

In cold climates, July is peak garden season with flowers blooming, food crops thriving, and pollinators busy. Here are some garden tasks to do this month. For more, see garden task lists for … [Read more...]

June Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on June 1, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hummingbird drinking from feeder in June garden

June is a busy time for cold-climate gardeners. Summer is here and it’s time to plant, create, and visit other gardens for inspiration. Have a look at the ideas for this month. June Garden … [Read more...]

8 Early Summer Garden Chores That Matter Most

Published on May 8, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Collage of images from early summer garden.

Be sure to stay on top of these early summer garden chores to avoid missed opportunities for plant propagation and prevent small issues from turning into big problems. If time has slipped away, … [Read more...]

What to Look For at Yard Sales to Spruce Up Your Garden

Published on May 4, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden items to look for at yard sales including old ladders and watering cans.

After seeing so many clever repurposed garden projects, it’s easy to forget what to look for once you’re at a yard sale. Keep our printable wishlist handy to jog your memory and help you spot those … [Read more...]

May Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on May 1, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Bees hovering over purple allium flowers in May garden

For some cold-climate gardeners, May marks the month of the last frosts for the winter and the warming of the garden soil. It’s the time to start growing and getting creative. If you're just … [Read more...]

April Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on April 1, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Apple tree in bloom in April garden

As spring arrives in the April cold-climate garden, winter may have a few surprises left . Indoor seed starting is underway and, as the soil warms, outdoor sowing begins. Eager for the growing season … [Read more...]

2025 Spring Gardening Checklist (Free Printable)

Published on March 15, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Empress of Dirt in the spring garden.

Use this spring gardening checklist to get your garden in shape as the days become warmer and longer. While some tasks should wait until after last frost, there are plenty of things to do now. For … [Read more...]

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