Spring Garden Calendar

Zones 9-11: April

•Trees: Inspect and prune trees before hurricane season, removing branches that overhang roofs or show signs of disease.

•Water: Check your turf irrigation system, making repairs as needed. Set it to deliver about 3/4 inch of water every three to four days.

•Roses: Irrigate roses in the morning without splashing water onto the leaves. Apply a fungicide at the first sign of black spot or powdery mildew.