February 2026

Feb 1

Harvest any overwintered veggies that are still hanging tough in cold frames—they're like little winter warriors!
Order those herb seeds now; basil and thyme will be your kitchen BFFs soon.
Keep an eye out for Groundhog Day—if he sees his shadow, hey, more time for cozy indoor seed-starting!
Apply lime and fertilizer to prep your soil; think of it as a nutrient facial for spring.
Order fruit trees while the best picks are still available—dream of those juicy harvests.
If you're feeling ambitious, build a high tunnel to sneak in an extended season.
Start seeding head lettuce indoors; they'll love the head start.
Turn that compost pile—free plant food, baby!
Whip up a low tunnel or cold frame for those brave early crops.
Get leeks, cauliflower, and celery seeded indoors; slow starters, big rewards.
Give your houseplants a gentle wipe-down with a damp cloth to banish winter dust bunnies.

Seed carrots, leafy greens, and radishes in your high tunnel if you've got one—quick wins for fresh eats.
Kick off a kitchen herb garden; nothing beats snipping fresh parsley right when you need it.
Prune those grapes now for a sweeter harvest later—it's like a strategic trim for better fruit.
Start broccoli, cabbage, collards, and kale seeds indoors; these cool-weather champs are ready to roll.
If you're south of U.S. Route 60, go ahead and sow peas outdoors—they're tough enough for a little snow.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with some garden self-love—maybe splurge on shiny new tools.
Plant Irish potatoes in a high tunnel; they'll surprise you with early spuds.

Prune blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and elderberries—shape 'em up for a berry bonanza.
Seed carrots, onions, and greens in a cold frame or low tunnel for those sneaky early harvests.
Apply dormant oil spray to fruit trees to zap overwintering pests—like putting up a "no vacancy" sign.
Prune deciduous trees and shrubs while they're still napping; much easier before leaves pop.
Mow down asparagus ferns to clear the stage for new spears.
Propagate grapes and blueberries from hardwood cuttings—free plants? Yes, please!

Propagate elderberries from cuttings; grow your berry patch without breaking the bank.
Order cold-hardy fig plants—they're a sweet (literally) addition for warmer days.
Presprout your seed potatoes for a faster start.
Build a raised bed if you're ready; kinder to your back and better drainage.
Order wildflower seeds to bring in pollinators and pops of color.
Sow sweet pea seeds indoors for mid-April outdoor planting—they'll climb and charm like crazy.
Prune figs to keep them neat and productive.

January 2026