Spring rolls around and the excitement is in the air. It’s time to start thinking about the garden and what to plant in it. But before seeds/plants even go in the ground, there are some things you should do to help make your plants grow the best they can.

Figuring out when to plant seeds or put plants in the garden is critical for having healthy plants. Some can withstand a wider range of temperatures and conditions and can be put into the ground sooner; others need the weather to warm up a touch more. Look online to see planting guides for your hardiness zone.

Having the proper garden equipment will make the tasks at hand much easier, and they will then go much more quickly. Make sure gardening hand tools are cleaned and sharpened before you start working the soil and planting.