On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.

• Use row covers to protect young seedlings from birds Ex sweet corn
• Risk of frost is low. Should be safe to plant tomatoes marigolds, begonias, geraniums, squash, and other warm season plants. Hold off on sweet potatoes and peppers and okra.
• Central piedmont Planting Guide is available from Cooperative Extension
• Vegetables with large seeds are usually very easy to grow as direct seeded crops. This includes beans, corn, squash, melons, and more.
• Continue your fruit spray program
• When purchasing vegetable and flower plants, look for stocky plants with deep green foliage, and a strong root system.
• Always check soil before tilling.

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On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.

• Practice Lawnmower safety Check area for debri,bystanders,use PPE, No Extra Riders
• Consider adding blueberries to your garden. They require less care compared to most other fruit crops and don’t take up much space.
• Central piedmont Planting Guide is available from Cooperative Extension
• Check your lawnmower to be certain the blade height is set correctly. Place your mower on a level surface and measure with a ruler or tape measure.
• Check plants for Frost damage
• When purchasing weed and insect control products, read the instructions before you leave the store. That way you can be sure you are purchasing the correct product and have the right application equipment.
• Always check soil before tilling.

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