Leave the leaves and avoid excessive tidying up in early spring. Many beneficial insects overwinter in fall leaves and debris. Wait until the weather warms to
clean piles.
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Preparing your garden for spring planting
Welcome to another season of Growing in North Idaho, a bi-weekly gardening column written by University of Idaho Extension Kootenai County Idaho Master Gardeners. We bring evidence-based information that is timely and relevant to our unique growing season.