After a month, remove the plant from the pot and set it into its permanent location. Now that it's spring, you might be looking forward to the pleasures of the garden but dreading the work involved. Some plants tolerate neglect better than others. Some don't need much grooming, such as dead-heading or pruning. Consult your local nursery to determine which plants are considered low-maintenance for your area, and for specific spots in your garden.
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Although garden plants hail from all corners of the world, they have surprisingly similar soil requirements. Before planting, make sure the soil is well supplied with air, water, and nutrients. Your dirt-encrusted wheelbarrow would look sharp cleaned and painted wagon red. The weather-worn birdhouses could use a coat of canary yellow. One of the first spring tasks is to assess winter damage to trees and shrubs and administer first aid if necessary.