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Garden Planning Checklist

Plan your garden with confidence using our month-by-month guide to planting, growing, and harvesting in the Hampton Roads area.

March in the Garden

March is the time to prepare for spring. Planting bulbs for summer blooms, landscaping, weed prevention, putting mulch down and starting your spring planting are all important tasks to ensure your outdoors is looking its best for spring.

Camellias - Spring blooming camellias thrive in the unique climate of Hampton Roads, blooming from late winter through spring. In this region, their flowering season begins as early as February, taking advantage of the mild coastal winters to bring an early splash of color to local gardens. These resilient beauties are well-suited to the area's weather patterns, offering vibrant blooms that persist until May. Their ability to flourish in Hampton Roads makes them an ideal choice for gardeners looking to add long-lasting elegance and a touch of spring vibrancy to their landscapes amidst the backdrop of Virginia's changing seasons.

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