March 2010

• Clean up any landscape debris that may have accumulated over the winter.
• Cut back Liriope before new growth appears.
• Apply a pre-emergent herbicide to all planting areas, late in the month.
• Prune shrub roses, removing a third of the oldest canes. Cut back most plants to approximately 15-18" from the ground.
• Apply a dormant oil spray to woody shrubs and trees to kill any overwintering insect eggs or larvae.
• Fertilize woody shrubs and trees after the soil temperature has reached 40°F.
• Prepare lawn areas for spring seeding.