Whether you think of it meteorologically or astronomically, spring begins in March. It leaves February as the last real opportunity to get certain tasks done before spring arrives and the garden explodes into action. We’re over halfway through now, and there may be vital pruning, planting, or preparatory jobs you must get done before the end of the month.
Meteorologically speaking, spring always starts on March 1, while astronomical spring comes a few weeks later (March 20th in 2026). As the temperatures warm and days grow longer, plants start to wake from their winter slumber. Some plants desperately need pruning before new growth starts, others need planting ahead of their buds breaking, and certain flowers or vegetables need sowing to be ready in time.
