415 - Your April Garden Checklist: Tasks, Planting, and Common Pitfalls

The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy

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April is here, and garden season is in full swing! But if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the tasks ahead, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking it all down so you can focus on what’s most important and skip the stress. We’ll cover:

🌱 Essential garden tasks to tackle this month 🌿 What to plant based on your last frost date 🚫 Common pitfalls to avoid so your garden thrives

Whether you're prepping beds, setting up irrigation, or keeping an eye on bolting crops, this episode will help you enter April prepared and excited for the season ahead.

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Next Week: What to do when your average frost date arrives!

Listen now and step into April with confidence! 🎧✨

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