Don't push the season
The calendar may say it’s spring, but the snow we’ve had in April has proved otherwise. Garden centers have stocked their shelves with pansies, violas, and primroses. Following the bad weather in February, and a few unusually warm days in March, we were all ready to hit the outdoors.
One important fact you need to know is that the garden centers will begin selling plants based on their contracts with growers from areas all over the United States. There is typically no guarantee for plant survival. In order to increase variety, stores are carrying borderline plans – meaning plants that should be in warmer climates. Please keep in mind that we are located in the USDA’s Hardiness Zone 5.
If you see roses, hydrangeas, or perennials in bloom, that means they were grown farther south in the country and may not survive in our area. Always look for plants that are explicitly labeled “Midwest Grown,” when possible. By mid to end of April, it’s safe to plant pansies, violas, primroses, and ranunculus. There are only a few annuals that can tolerate cool weather, which include: snapdragons, sweet peas, bacopa, zinnias, sweet alyssum, and dusty millers.
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William Quinn and Sons, Inc.
3860 W. 127th St.
Alsip, IL 60803
Phone: 708-389-8119
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