Is it time to clean up my perennial beds?

A:  Clear away any remaining winter debris and weeds, being careful not to damage new sprouts. Use your pruners or a lawn mower to chop up the removed debris and reapply as a mulch to perennial and shrub beds to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Once the soil is dry enough to work, this is a great time of year to dig in a 2-3” layer of compost and well aged manure into the vegetable garden. 

Read our Q & As with Keith Funk answering common Colorado gardening questions here. You can also hear him on the Garden Wise Radio Show on Legends 810AM.