We do not always get April showers, so make sure that you keep up with the watering needs of your plants. Pay close attention to plants that are in containers.

It's time to get your vegetable garden underway! This month you can plant potatoes and all cool weather vegetables. It is also a great time to start herb seeds.

Perk up your lawn by applying a springtime fertilizer - it will help improve the overall color and appearance. If you have any bare spots, this is a great time to do any over seeding.

April is a good month to plant your summertime bulbs like Dahlias, Gladiolas and Lilies.

Re-pot any geraniums or annuals that you may have over winter indoors. Give them a fertilizer every three weeks, so they will be ready to set out once the weather warms up.

April is an ideal time for pruning evergreen shrubs. Do NOT cut back to bare branches because it is difficult for the plant to send out new growth.