March turns garden centers into candy stores for plant lovers. Bright blooms line the entrance, tender vegetables fill shiny trays, and shrubs stand tall with fresh tags that seem to whisper urgency. The temptation feels real, but so does the markup.
Early spring sparks excitement, and retailers know it. Demand rises before many regions even reach safe planting dates. That combination often drives up prices on certain plants that cost far less just weeks later. Smart gardeners recognize which purchases make sense in March and which ones deserve patience.
