Tips for monthly garden's maintenance.

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❄️ February (Shevat-Adar) – The Last Winter Before Spring

February is a month of surprises in the garden! Although winter is drawing to a close, chilly days, strong winds, and even snow in mountainous regions like Jerusalem and the north still occur. Meanwhile, the fields are beginning to burst into a spectrum of colors—a clear sign that spring is just around the corner.

🌿 How to Care for Your Garden in February:

✔ Lawn Fertilization: Toward the end of the month, add fertilizer and let your irrigation system—or natural rainfall—work it into the soil.

✔ Pruning Deciduous Trees: Continue pruning, but note that deciduous trees about to bloom should be pruned only after flowering.

✔ Trimming Shrubs and Trees: Prune cold-tolerant shrubs to refresh their growth.

✔ Rose Pruning: Now is the time to trim and rejuvenate your roses, encouraging healthy and vigorous new growth.

✔ Pruning Climbers: Give climbers a thorough trim—except for those that are about to bloom (like wisteria).

✔ Weeding: February is crucial for manually removing weeds, especially broad-leaf varieties, to keep them from overtaking your garden.

🌸 February – The Start of Field Blossoms in Israel:

Surprisingly quickly, the fields are being carpeted with vibrant, colorful flowers. In the south, anemones, cyclamens, and lilies herald the arrival of spring, while in the north, irises, carnations, and daisies start to emerge.

📌 Special Tip: If you want your garden to burst into bloom early in spring, now is the time to start planting seasonal flowers such as pansy, snap dragons, and geranium.

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🌼 March (Adar-Nisan) – Bloom and Renewal in the Garden

March is a vibrant month in the garden!

Spring is already upon us, the blooms are in full swing, and it's the perfect time to tend to your garden, plant new flowers, and prepare for both spring and Passover. With the weather warming up and the plants coming back to life, March is an ideal time to invest in your home garden.

🌿 What to Do in the Garden in March?

✔ Garden Cleaning: Remove weeds and lightly prune dry shrubs and trees.

✔ Planting Spring Flowers: Choose favorites such as violas, geraniums, cat’s claw, and an array of colorful blooms.

✔ Planting Early Summer Vegetables: Get started with tomatoes, peppers, basil, cucumbers, and zucchinis.

✔ Soil Fertilization: Enrich the soil by adding compost and organic fertilizer to encourage healthy growth.

✔ Checking Irrigation Systems: Adjust your watering setup to the changing weather, preventing both overwatering and drought.

✔ Planting Herbs: Enhance your garden and home kitchen with rosemary, sage, thyme, and mint.

✔ Redesigning Shade and Sun Zones: Introduce new plants that will thrive in the spring sunlight.

🌞 Special Tips for the Garden in March

🔹 Ahead of Passover: Refresh your garden and balcony by planting white flowers, cleaning garden furniture, and updating your deck or stone flooring.

🔹 Creating Pathways and Living Hedges: Build natural stone pathways or plant a living fence for an impressive, organic look.

🔹 Preparing New Garden Beds: Mark off areas for new plantings and match the plant types to the different zones of your garden.

📌 Special Tip: March is the last chance to plant deciduous fruit trees before summer—plant them now to ensure healthy growth before the intense heat!

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**April Garden Preparation – Spring Into Action 🌸🌿** April (אביב) is an exciting time for gardening—welcome spring and prepare for the warm summer ahead!

Many parts of the country are in full bloom, with the vibrant yellow and red flowers of the "field traffic light" lighting up the landscapes.

🌼 🌞 **Spring Transitions Quickly!** As spring turns into summer in the blink of an eye, make sure to plant early, as high temperatures can kill your seeds before they have a chance.

🐦 **1. Aerate and Prepare Your Soil

🌱** It’s finally dry enough to dig and aerate the soil in your garden. March's wet conditions have passed, so grab your tools and start turning that soil to create a healthy foundation for planting.

🔨 **2. Add Compost for Growth

🌾** Make sure to enrich your garden by adding about a third of a 10-liter compost bag per square meter. Once it’s in, aerate well for optimal nutrient absorption. 🧑‍🌾

**3. Plant in Pots & Containers

** Balconies are ready for new plants! Consider planting dahlia tubers or asters (דַּלְיָה, נֵץ הַחָלָב) to brighten your space with colors.

🌺  **4. Protect Your Rose Bushes

🌹** Keep an eye on roses this month as they can fall prey to fungal diseases and molds (חילדון, כתם שחור). Try making a natural garlic extract or use proven treatments like Flash, Malathion, and Confidor.

🧄 **5. Lawn Care Time

🌱** Use plastic rakes to clear stones, leaves, and other debris from your lawn. 🧹 Weeds with deeper, larger roots should be removed manually. Fertilize before starting the automatic watering system with granular fertilizers available at nurseries.

⚙️  **6. Set Up Your Irrigation System

🚿** Check your irrigation timers and set them for twice a week for lawns (30-40 minutes) and a couple of times a week for bushes and flowers (30 minutes). Trees need larger, less frequent watering intervals. 🌳 The unpredictable April weather might require adjustments. Consult local nurseries (משתלה) for specific advice tailored to your region and conditions.

🌍  **Happy Passover and Happy Gardening!

🌸✂️** Let your garden thrive and bloom this spring with all the care, attention, and heart you put into it. 🌷 for 10 seconds

April Garden Boost – Quick Guide (ניסן) 🌼🌿

April is a busy month for gardening, ushering in summer with vibrant “field traffic light” blooms in yellow and red. As spring swiftly shifts to summer, now’s the time to work quickly to nurture your garden!

1. Soil Preparation & Planting 🌱

• Dig & Aerate: With March’s dampness behind us, the soil is ready for tilling.

• Add Compost: Boost fertility with roughly 1/3 of a 10-liter bag per square meter.

• Balcony Revival: It’s the perfect time to plant in pots—try tubers like dahlias and asters (דליה, נץ החלב).

2. Plant Health & Protection 🌹

• Rose Care: Protect your roses from fungal diseases (חילדון, כתם שחור) using natural methods like homemade garlic extract or trusted treatments (Flash, Malathion, Confidor).

3. Lawn & Garden Maintenance 🍃

• Clear Debris: Use plastic rakes to remove stones, leaves, and persistent perennial weeds.

• Fertilize: Apply granular fertilizer to encourage lush grass growth. Consider a professional service like Wendy for hassle-free delivery in these times.

4. Automated Irrigation Setup 💧

• Timer Check: Ensure your irrigation system is ready—

  – Lawn: twice a week for 30–40 minutes

  – Bushes/Flowers: 2–3 times a week for 30 minutes

  – Trees: less frequent watering with larger amounts

• Adjust for Weather: April’s capricious conditions mean you might need to tweak the schedule based on regional needs.

Happy Passover and a flourishing spring season!

(✡️) Enjoy transforming your garden into a vibrant oasis this ניסן!

**May Garden Bloom – Quick Guide (אייר)

🌺🌿** May in Israel brings the reward for all your hard garden work, as nature fully awakens with colorful blooms and the sound of birdsong. It’s the perfect time to enjoy the fruits of your labor and relax in your blossoming garden.

 **1. Lawn & Tree Care 🌳** •

**Mow the Lawn Regularly:

* Keep your lawn lush by mowing every few days. •

**Watering Schedule:

** Set your irrigation timer to 30-minute sessions twice a week for the lawn, and increase watering frequency for trees.

**2. Planting Season 🌸** •

**Start Planting:

** May is ideal for planting seedlings, with a variety of plants now available in nurseries.

**3. Take Time to Enjoy

💆‍♂️** While it's important to keep up with garden tasks, May invites relaxation. Soak in the beauty of the flowers, listen to the birds, and feel the tranquility of nature around you.

**Enjoy Your Spring Garden!

🌸** Celebrate this season of growth and renewal—it’s time to revitalize your garden and bask in its beauty. for 12 seconds

May Garden Reward – Quick Guide (אייר) 🌸🌿

May is a time when nature rewards your hard work with breathtaking beauty across the Land of Israel. Enjoy the vibrant blooms, the melodic bird songs, and the gentle rustling of leaves, while taking a moment to relax amidst your flourishing garden.

1. Essential Garden Tasks 🏡

• Lawn Care: Mow your lawns more frequently for a tidy look. If you use an automatic watering system, set it for 30 minutes twice a week on the lawn—and remember, trees need extra water too!

• Rest & Enjoy: Amid all the work, take time to simply savor the garden’s natural charm.

2. Planting & New Growth 🌱

May is ideal for planting various seedlings. Whether you’re sowing vegetable seeds or transplanting from containers, this month offers a second chance to enrich your garden even after the busy spring planting season.

3. Nursery Favorites 🌺

Enhance your garden with these stunning plants available at local nurseries:

Ageratum - אגראטום

Amaranthus - אמרנתוס

Aster - אסתר

Celosia - צלוסיה

Cosmos - קוסמוס

Dahlia - דליה

Lobelia - לובליה

Portulaca - פורטולקה

Tagetes (or cilantro flower) - טגטס (או ציפורני חתול)

Embrace the Season! 🌟

Let May reward your efforts as your garden thrives this אייר.

Take pleasure in both the work and the beauty, and transform your outdoor space into a vibrant, peaceful oasis!

June Garden Care – Quick Guide (סיוון) 🐞🌹

June calls for extra vigilance in your garden. It’s time to tackle high pest activity and give special attention to drying plants. Follow these tips to keep your garden vibrant and healthy this month:

1. Pest Control & Monitoring 🐛
• Stay alert for pests and act quickly with eco-friendly treatments to protect your plants.

2. Pruning & Plant Maintenance ✂️🍂
• Remove Faded Blooms: Cut away all withered flowers from your roses, annuals, and perennials.
• Rose Trimming: When pruning dried rose blooms, trim them back to the five-leaf junction.
• Eliminate Blind Shoots: Remove any blind shoots emerging from the ground to encourage fresh growth.
• Extra Boost: Fertilize your rose bushes to promote robust flowering.

3. Lawn Care & Maintenance 🌿
• Frequent Mowing: Keep your lawn neat by mowing it very frequently throughout June.

**July Garden Care – Quick Guide (תמוז) 🌞🌼** July is the hottest month in Israel, with temperatures soaring between 28-35°C (82-95°F). It’s so hot that the garden may look dry and uninspiring, and honestly, who wants to spend time out in that heat? (Maybe it’s time to call the landscaper! 😉) 

**1. Beat the Heat & Breathe Life into Your Garden 🌱** • **Plant Seasonal Flowering Annuals:

** To revitalize your flowerbeds, opt for seasonal flowering annuals. They will add quick color and energy to your garden during the hottest months. • **Timing is Key:

** Avoid afternoon planting; instead, aim for after 5-6 PM, when both you and your plants will benefit from cooler temperatures.

🌅 • **Sun Protection:** After planting, cover your new flowers with a sun-protecting net or even an empty tin to shield them from intense midday heat. Lift it in the morning to let them breathe. 🌞

**2. Watering & Lawn Care 💦

** • **Frequent Watering:

** The plants will need frequent, short watering every day for the first month to stay hydrated. •

**Lawn Care:

** Water your lawn at least twice a month, and mow it slightly taller than during spring to help it retain moisture.

Don’t forget to fertilize it for maximum health! 🌿 

**Keep Cool & Stay Green 🌻

** Transform your garden into a lively, colorful space even in the hottest months of תמוז.

With the right care, you can enjoy a flourishing garden all summer long! for 10 seconds

July Garden Revival – Quick Guide (תמוז) ☀️🌸

July is the hottest month in Israel, with temperatures soaring to 28–35°C (82–95°F). The heat might keep you indoors (or even make you consider hiring a landscaper!), but you can still keep your garden vibrant with these tips:

1. Cool Planting Strategy 🕔🌼

• Time It Right: Avoid planting during the scorching afternoon. Instead, plant after 5–6 PM until sunset for optimal conditions.

• Refresh Your Beds: Revitalize empty flowerbeds by adding seasonal flowering annuals.

• Sun Protection: Right after planting, shield your new plants with a sun-protecting net or even an empty tin—lift it during the cooler morning hours.

2. Daily Watering & Lawn Care 💧🌿

• New Plant Care: For the first month, water your new plants daily with short, frequent sessions.

• Lawn Maintenance: Water your lawn at least twice a month and mow the grass taller than in spring to help it cope with the heat.

3. Extra Garden Tips 🌟

• Fertilize: Remember to fertilize your lawn to encourage robust growth.

• Beat the Heat: Embrace smart planning and care, and if the heat is too overwhelming, a professional landscaper might just be the right choice!

Keep your garden thriving this תמוז with these summer-smart techniques, and enjoy your outdoor oasis even on the hottest days!

**August Garden Care – Quick Guide (אלול) 🌞🌷** August brings continued heat, yet garden maintenance remains essential. While watering is crucial, it’s not the only task—attend to other important needs for a thriving garden this month: - **1. Fertilization Strategies 🌱** 

**Liquid Fertilizer:

** Feed your plants with liquid fertilizer for an extra boost this summer. Choose between chemical or organic options based on your preference. •

**Rose Care:

** Don’t forget your roses — fertilize them too for continued growth.

**2. Weeding & Soil Maintenance

🌿** • **Weed Removal:

** Tackle weeds manually using a hoe or hand tools to keep your garden neat and healthy. •

**Soil Aeration:

** Gently turn the soil to provide better oxygen access to the roots.

**3. Bonus Tips 🍃

** • Make your garden more resilient by maintaining regular fertilization and weeding.

• Keep soil rich and healthy for the rest of the season.

Nurture your garden this אלול with these simple yet effective care routines, ensuring your plants continue to thrive even in the summer heat! for 4 seconds

August Garden Essentials – Quick Guide (אב) 🌞🌱

August isn't just about watering your garden—it's about giving it the extra care it needs to thrive during the summer heat.

1. Nutrient Boost & Soil Aeration 💧🌿

• Fertilize Well: Use liquid fertilizer to nourish your plants. Whether you prefer chemical or organic options, feeding your garden now ensures robust growth.

• Aerate the Soil: Regularly turn up the soil to provide essential air access to the roots, promoting healthier plant development.

2. Manual Weeding 🛠️🍂

• Stay on Top of Weeds: Don't let unwanted plants take over. Use a hoe or any hand tool to manually weed your garden, keeping it neat and healthy.

3. Special Care for Roses 🌹

• Extra Nutrients: If you have roses, remember to give them a dedicated dose of fertilizer to keep them vibrant and blooming.

Tackle your garden maintenance this אב with these simple yet effective steps, and enjoy a flourishing, resilient garden all summer long!