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I know its Spring but it can still be cold at night so hold on putting things into your garden yet. The ideal time to plant things out is at the end of April anything planted before then runs the risk of frost. Garden centres sell plants much too early these plants need to be nurtured indoors They need to harden off before going out place them out in the sun and bring in at night Don't spend your money it will be wasted you will have to buy new plants to replace them same goes for baskets don't put them out frosts can appear until May so save your money.

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Zyrool Gifford

Date: 3/25/2024 8:37:00 AM

Thank you, Shadow for sharing, you managed to answer my questions of should I wait or should plant? Enjoy your week.

Shadow Hamilton
Date: 3/25/2024 12:04:00 PM

Good to know it helped you Zyrool nice to meet you hugs Shadow

Silent One

Date: 3/25/2024 7:55:00 AM

Yes you are right and the weather here in the UK has been very wet!

Shadow Hamilton
Date: 3/25/2024 12:00:00 PM

its the frost you need to watch SO nice o hear from you I dislike wet weather hugs Shadow

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/24/2024 6:28:00 PM

Dear Shadow, this really serves as a timely reminder of the unpredictable nature of spring. Your practical advice on gardening reflects wisdom gained from experience, emphasizing the importance of patience and caution. I love how it’s a gentle yet firm warning against rushing into planting too soon, saving both money and effort in the long run. Thank you for sharing these valuable insights to help navigate the nuances of the season. - Blessings, Daniel

Shadow Hamilton
Date: 3/24/2024 9:55:00 PM

ty Daniel Spring can be difficult we so long for bright colours that many rush in too quickly hugs Shadow

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/24/2024 5:11:00 PM

sound advice, Shadow. Sometimes we get so excited about spring's arrival that we get ahead of ourselves. Hope you're feeling better with each passing week. Think of you often -- sending you hugs, Sara

Shadow Hamilton
Date: 3/24/2024 9:47:00 PM

ty Sara nice to see you I blame the garden centres who make a lot of money when people replace them hugs Shadow

Ink Empress

Date: 3/24/2024 10:05:00 AM

Dear shadow, do you do gardening? I used to, during the pandemic, but not so much anymore. Its always sunny here, and sometimes too much sun too isnt good for plants. All my plants die on me. Hah. This is very insightful and engaging. I hope you are doing well. Sending you light always.

Shadow Hamilton
Date: 3/24/2024 10:17:00 AM

not so much the last few years I have an expert gardener though who tells me much. It sounds like you are either unwatering or over watering INK also get advice on what and where to plant things hugs Shadow