This is the last month in which the planting calendar is wide open for both vegetables and annuals.

Near the end of the month it is a good time to plant your bulbs, including caladiums and gladiolus.

Cut poinsettias back, as they may start to get straggly.

Keep a close eye on irrigation this month, as it is a very dry month. Plants in pots & lawns will need added attention, be extremely careful of fire.

Buy your Valentine a flowering plant, for years of flowers instead of a bouquet of flowers that will die soon.