I am back as things got really busy. Early spring jobs to do with this warmer weather we are having, and then back to colder weather. Enjoy SPRING.

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Good morning.  I started to write this yesterday morning, and then got the phone call the plant truck from Natural Beauty will be here.  Unloaded 25 boxes, then I got a call that seed potatoes were in.   We went to pick them up.  Onion sets will be next week.  I worked on that and still will be working on it today.  Making room for all these plant plug trays when they are unpacked.  Full production and still enjoy it.    I will not count how many trays we go or the number of plants to be planted.  We will work on one plug tray at a time.  Cloudy this morning already.  Is the sun going to come out?  Sun or clouds determines what the temperature will be in the greenhouse.  High today is 55F(13C) but looking at the forecast cloudy all day.  Greenhouse will be pleasant to work in, not like Saturday when it was over 100F.  Stay warm, or maybe stay cool, but stay safe.
 
Australia family and friends March 25th Wednesday will have 85F(30C).  I would be thinking this is hot for them, so their summer weather is back.  Rain is moving back in, wondering if it is humid also?  Stay cool and stay safe. 
 
With the warm temperatures we are having you are wondering what I can do in the garden and flowerbeds.  Here are some helpful tips for that early spring gardening and what to do. 

Early Spring Gardening Tasks and Tips Written By:  Robin Sweetser
Spring may be calling, but in many parts of the country—especially in cooler regions—it’s important not to rush the season. Early spring gardening requires a gentle approach, allowing soil to dry, plants to wake naturally, and beneficial insects to emerge safely. After seeing gardens already in full bloom in warmer climates, it can be tempting to dive right in, but patience pays off. These early spring gardening tasks will help you clean up winter’s leftovers, protect tender growth, and prepare your garden for a healthy, productive growing season—without doing more harm than good.
Early Spring Gardening Chores
Wait for the right conditions: Avoid walking on soggy soil, which can compact and damage plant roots. If you must enter wet areas, use stepping stones or boards.
Correct frost damage: Gently press frost-heaved plants back into the soil to protect roots.
Peony tips are very brittle when they first emerge. Take care when cleaning up around them.
Preserve beneficial insects: Delay leaf and debris removal until temperatures consistently reach 50°F or higher. Many insects overwinter in garden debris.
Pick up winter debris: Start by gathering fallen branches and sticks, giving you a clear view of how plants survived the winter.
Rake carefully: Begin with early bloomers so they can poke through the soil without damage.
Prune and clip: Remove old leaves from hellebores and epimediums. Cut back ornamental grasses before new growth begins, leaving 8–12 inches above the crown. Remove broken rose canes. Wait to prune spring-blooming shrubs until after flowering.
Divide overgrown perennials: Early Spring is ideal for dividing and moving perennials before buds and leaves emerge.
Violets may be pretty in bloom, but they are a terrible weed in my garden. It’s easy to pull them out in early spring, and much more difficult if I wait until later.
Weed control: Remove early weeds before they get established—they are easier to manage now.
Soil testing: Test your soil in early spring to determine which amendments are needed before planting. See my tips on how to take a soil test.
Early vegetable planting: Cold-hardy crops like peas, lettuces, spinach, radishes, carrots, beets, and chards can be planted once the soil is ready. Use local planting guides or check soil temperature (e.g., peas need at least 45°F to germinate).
Pot summer bulbs: Give begonias and other summer-flowering bulbs a head start indoors or in protected areas.
By following these early spring gardening tips, you’ll protect your plants, the soil, and beneficial insects while setting yourself up for a productive and beautiful garden all season long.
Taken from https://www.almanac.com/early-spring-gardening-tasks-how-wake-your-garden-right-way
Till next time this is Becky Litterer, Becky’s Greenhouse, Dougherty Iowa [email protected]  641-794-3337  cell 641-903-9365  Beckysgreenhouse.com  Facebook Becky Kerndt Litterer or Becky’s Greenhouse