Mount Holly Newsflash - Wednesday, March 31, 2021 - Morning edition The weather today in Mount Holly - Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. South wind 9 to 14 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com
Vermont Home Gardener
Mud Season Gardening The deep snow has been replaced by slippery mud, a sure sign that spring is here! Suns shines a bit brighter and longer every day now, making our gardens irresistible on warmer days. But beware, don't be tempted to get too ambitious just yet, but there several jobs that can be done before digging any soil. Hidden deep in all that messy leaf litter in your gardens are many overwintering beneficial creatures that need a little more time before they awaken and get to work. Let them have this time and wait until we pass the freezing nights before clearing up those beds. It's best that wet soil should not be disturbed just yet. Let the water drain and dry out for another week or two before digging anywhere. Even walking across a squishy lawn now is hard on the soil and roots. Still, there are plenty of mud season jobs that can be done now so let's get started!
