Garden Checklist

From The Fresno Bee, April 22, 2910:

There is much beauty in the late spring gardens of the central San Joaquin Valley.

Tasks--Water and mow lawn. Set mower blades higher to shade out weeds and keep roots cool.
Pruning--Pinch new growth on flowers and shrubs to encourage a compact shape.
Fertilizing--Fertilize, remembering that a little used more often is better than a lot at one time.
Planting--Plant annuals and perennials for seasonal color; yarrow (Achillea), dianthus from seed; dahlia; beans, beets, corn; abutilon; floss flower (Ageratum), amaranthus, strawflower (Helichrysum).
Things To Ponder--Do a special container planting of red, white and blue flowers to celebrate Independence Day on July 4th.