February

Cut back ornamental grasses to 10” – 12” above ground.

After shrub beds are free of weeds and debris, apply pre-emergent herbicide to minimize weed seed germination. Add enough new bark mulch to maintain a 2” – 3” depth. (note: If your property has Live Oak Trees, you might wait wait until the trees have finished shedding their old leaves to avoid raking/blowing new mulch away).

Complete all tree pruning by the end of the month.

As temperatures warm up, fire ants, spider mites, aphids and other insects will become active. Be sure to identify problematic insect and choose the least toxic product needed to provide acceptable control. Try to avoid “Broad Spectrum” insecticides, there are now many good organic/low toxicity products on the market.