Spring Gardening Prep
March is ideal for pruning and prepping vegetable beds, but experts suggest targeting only certain days this month for best results [https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/10/metro/dave-epstein-spring-gardening-prep/] [https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/only-days-to-prune-in-march].
For pruning, Gardening Know How advises aligning your efforts with the lunar cycle, specifically targeting waning moon phases for optimal results. This period is believed to slow regrowth, which is ideal for pruning. Dave Epstein in the Boston Globe suggests that gardeners should hold off on major outdoor work until the weather stabilizes. Premature tilling of soggy soil can damage its structure, leading to compaction and drainage problems. Epstein recommends focusing on tasks like cleaning tools and starting seeds indoors while waiting for drier conditions. These activities allow gardeners to make progress without risking harm to the soil.
