February is considered one of the dormant months where the pruning of deciduous plants for shape, fruit production and the removal of damaged branches is carried out.
Vegetables: Sow beets, cabbage, cauliflower, carrots, eggplant, lettuce and a number of other vegetables. See planting guide for this month.
Flowers: You should take cuttings of coleus, geraniums and wax begonias for planting later this spring. Divide and plant summer- and fall-blooming perennials. Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer at half-strength for emerging seedlings.
Roses: The planting of rose bushes should be carried out during this month. Prune your rose plants and remove all dead and diseased stems. Remember to seal all wounds ...

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