Weather Dictates Garden Start Dates

A few warm days can feel like permission. In the Philly tri-state, they’re often a trap. Here’s how I decide when we begin, and why timing is always based on real conditions, not rough dates on a calendar.

Fall cleanup should prepare the garden for winter without stripping away its structure or habitat value. Learn how thoughtful timing, selective cutting, and seasonal restraint support soil, wildlife, and spring growth.