Monthly Gardening Tips

Here are the perfect checklists for what you need to do each month as a Utah gardener! Print it out and keep it handy when you visit your local nursery for supplies.

Many gardening related questions have been asked over the years, Click here for a list of the most frequently asked questions and their answers.

  • January: Click here for tips on how to get your amaryllis to bloom again or get a suggestion for what to do with your Christmas tree.

  • February: It's time to start planning for spring and summer planting, find out what to do here.

  • March: Cool season vegetables can be planted now, click here for details.

  • April: This is one of the busiest months for gardening, get some tips to help you begin.

  • May: It's time to plant trees, shrubs, and perennials from the nursery. Also get some tips on preparing your garden beds.

  • June: Get tips on conserving water and caring for your plants this month.

  • July:Here are some tips on how to deal with pests and bad bugs in your garden.

  • August: It's time to deadhead spent blossoms on annuals and perennials.

  • September: This month, buy and plant trees, shrubs and perennials. Here is some advice on how to go about doing this.

  • October: Begin preparing your garden for winter.

  • November: Continue planting bulbs and preparing your sprinkler systems for winter.

  • December: Get your tips on how to buy and take care of your Christmas tree. We have other ideas for what to do in your yard this month as well.