March 30, 2010

Don't walk on saturated garden beds or lawn

After the heavy rain we've just had, our gardens are saturated with water. Wait until they've dried out more before working (or walking) in the garden. Stomping around will damage the soil structure. Plants need air pockets for healthy roots.

So during a break in the rain today, I will do some light pruning of the barberry bushes in the parking strip. I get to them from the sidewalk or road. To prune, I will find a branch that is too long, follow it to the base, and cut it off there.

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