March gardening is all about reading the soil, not the calendar. With the right soil amendments, cool-season crops, direct sowing, and pest inspection, you can set your garden up for a strong start to spring.
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March Gardening: Soil Amendments, Cool Crops, and Pests
March gardening works best when you start with the soil: the right amendments can set the stage for stronger germination, healthier roots, and easier spring growth. From cool-season crops to careful pest inspection, a little planning now helps your garden get off to a steady start.
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Replanting Zucchini: Quick Varieties for Success
Replanting zucchini can still lead to a strong harvest, especially if failed seedlings were lost to cold, pests, or damp soil. With warm soil and quick varieties chosen for faster maturity, a second planting can catch up fast and thrive before the season ends.
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How to Use a Soil Thermometer for Better Sowing Timing
A soil thermometer takes the guesswork out of sowing timing by showing when the ground has reached the right germination temperature for your seeds. Instead of relying on air temperatures alone, you can plant into warm soil and give spring planting a better chance of success.
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Direct Sow or Transplant: Best Start for Each Vegetable
Should you direct sow seeds or use transplants? Discover the best starting method for every vegetable, from root crops that prefer undisturbed soil to heat-loving plants that need an early head start.
