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Join Austin Area Garden Council President Donna Friedenreich on a journey through Zilker Botanical Garden every Saturday and Monday. From flowers to herbs, Friedenreich offers advice on what and when to plant as she goes Out in the Garden with area experts.



02/11/2013 06:59 PM

Out in the Garden: Preparing for spring

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The time has come to begin preparing for your spring garden.

A great way to be prepared is by constructing raised garden beds. Chris Winslow, owner of It’s About Thyme Garden Center, said that a four feet by four feet raised bed is standard and when filled with good soil, compost and mulch, it can be a real asset for gardeners.

Another good way to get ready for spring is to start your seedlings. Winslow said to keep your seedlings inside near a window until the last frost of the year. Then you’ve got a head start when you plant it outside.

Check out the video above to learn more.