Begin mowing lawns – be sure mower blades are sharp
Apply an all purpose fertilizer to plant beds and water in thoroughly
Fertilize Lawns (mid March or so)
Aerate lawns
Irrigation system startup and inspection.
Set Irrigation timer to an early Spring schedule of one time per week but leave off until the weather warms and plants look dry
Inspect and service lawn and garden equipment
Sharpen blades and tools
Hand weed all areas before seeds set and spread
Prune winter blooming plants after bloom
Broadleaf weed control in lawns (air temps between 65-85 degrees F)
Crabgrass pre-emergent application
Cut back all Ornamental Grasses
Pick up and remove spent Camellia Blossoms and blemished (brown) blooms on plant
Deadhead Rhododendrons as flowers fade
Cut back frost damage on plants (after danger of frost has passed)
Cut back tender perennials (Lantana, Mexican Sage) after danger of frost has passed
Fertilize Roses and inspect for early season insects such as aphids
Fertilize Citrus w/citrus food (after danger of frost has passed)
Purchase summer blooming bulbs (Begonias, Lilies, Dahlias, Gladiolas)
Eliminate standing water where Mosquitoes breed
All Winter pruning should be done by now
Apply a new 2" min. layer of mulch to help save water
Keep drains, swales and drain boxes clear in case of Spring rains