07/06/2021
๐ฑ Plant Tip Tuesday ๐ฑ When is the best time to plant?
There is no wrong season, but there is something to know about each one.
โ๏ธ Winter is the best time to plant. Plants are dormant (โasleepโ) and are not growing. This helps the plant transition from a very controlled, potted environment to soil without shock. Watering will be significantly lower than any other season, and pests are at an all-time low. The one warning for winter is if there is a frost, you will want to cover new plants with winter cloth to protect leaves from winter burn. Mulch/pine straw will really help protect the roots.
๐ Fall is a good time to plant as plants are starting to go dormant, temperatures tend to be cooler, and watering will be lower. SC weather is still a little tricky, so youโll want to be sure to increase waterings during a hot spell.
๐ธ Spring; everything is beginning to flush with vibrant green and fresh blooms. Absolutely nothing wrong with planting during this season. Weather is beautiful, but you will want to fertilize and water to properly nourish your plants during their growing season and as you take them from a controlled potted environment to your soil. Plant may endure a little shock, but with proper nutrients will bounce right back!
โ๏ธ Summer where itโs hot in the south! Planting can be trickiest during this season, but very doable. You will have to water daily and your plants will probably undergo a little shock, but simply water with MiracleGro and they will be fine! The trick during this season is to water, water, water!
๐ฑ Always, always plant with compost. This will give your plants a boost for quick establishment and limited shock.
๐บ Thanks for sharing! Message me with any questions!