Sprout early seed

potatoes now for planting in August or September. Place seed potatoes on a tray or cardboard egg carton and store in a dry, well-lit room out of direct sunlight while they sprout.

Transplant any deciduous fruit trees that need moving. Deciduous plants are dormant in winter, which means transplant shock is reduced as they’re not actively growing. Prepare the hole first so that there’s no delay in transplanting. Choose a spot with free-draining soil. Citrus and evergreen trees can be moved now too, but spray with Vaporgard to reduce transpiration before transplanting.