Monthly Garden Planner Guide
A simple list of tasks you can do each month to prepare for the spring/summer gardening season.
By TigreBlume
December Tasks
The transition from the old season to the new begins long before the snow melts. Strategic garden planning during the cooler months is essential for maximizing your growing potential and ensuring a smooth, successful season. This preparation phase involves critical tasks such as establishing key frost dates, reviewing and securing seed and supply inventory, mapping out your indoor seed starting schedule, and pre-ordering high-demand tubers and bulbs. Taking these proactive steps now sets the foundation for your best harvest.
For a list of key tasks you can do in the month of December, click the link below.
January Tasks
January offers a prime opportunity for planning your garden. By taking advantage of this quiet window, you can beat the springtime rush and enter the 2026 season with confidence and clarity. This month, focus on auditing your inventory—stocking up on essential seed-starting and potting supplies while inspecting your tools and accessories for necessary repairs or replacements. It’s also the perfect time to design your layout by mapping out your growing space and making final determinations on which seeds to start indoors.
For a list of key tasks you can do in the month of January, click the link below.
February Tasks
Welcome to February! In the gardening world, this is the official "bridge" month. We are moving away from the quiet dreaming of mid-winter and stepping into the high-energy Big Sowing Push. While the ground outside might still be sleeping, your indoor seed station is about to become the most productive corner of your home.
This month is all about precision and preparation. To hit those high-yield goals in a small space, we can’t afford to play catch-up in April. We’re finalizing our seed orders, "waking up" dormant tubers, and mastering the art of consistent moisture to ensure every seedling survives its first few weeks of life.
Whether you are mapping out your vertical trellises for 2026 or stocking your shelves with the best potting-up supplies, this guide will walk you through the essential steps to turn your winter plans into a summer bounty.