We're experiencing a mild, dry spring and our plants are waking up a little early. So it's very important to begin more regular watering. Soak perennials and smaller plants once weekly. So go ahead and get your irrigation system ready, cut back your plants to remove the dead foliage from last year’s growing season and prune your summer-blooming shrubs. It’s also time for soil care; feed the soil and mulch. And keep an eye out for critters that want to make your yard their pe