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Today is Monday, April 9th. This week's gardening chores include:
- Broccoli: Transplant 1-2' apart in rows 2' apart. Grows best in rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Floating row covers help keep pests at bay.
- Cabbage: Transplant plants 12-18" apart in rows 2' apart. Grows best in rich, well-drained soil. Benefits from uninterrupted growth, so maintain consistent moisture and fertility. Water when rainfall is less than 1 inch per week, and regularly apply compost or balanced fertilizer. Floating row covers help keep pests at bay.
- Peas: Sow seeds directly in rows 6" apart with seeds 2" apart. Support vines with netting or trellis or maximum yield.
- Spinach: Sow seeds directly in rows 1/2 - 2' apart and cover with 1/2" of soil.
Looking ahead, next week's gardening chores include:
- Cauliflower: Transplant hardened-off seedlings 2' apart in rows 30" apart.
- Lettuce: Sow seeds directly in rows 12" apart and cover with scant 1/4" of soil. Keep moist.
- Onions: Transplant hardened-off seedlings 2-3" apart in rows 12-16" apart. In the North, plant onion sets as soon as the soil can be worked. In the South, plant onion sets in the fall.
