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April is the perfect time

to plant trees and shrubs, including

both container and bare-root plants.

Divide fall-blooming perennials such as

aster and sedum. Hostas can also be

divided,

above,

before leaves expand.

Plant Easter lilies in the

garden after their blooms fade. Choose

a spot with full sun and shelter from

strong winds. Allow existing bulbs in

your beds to die back on their own,

rather than removing green foliage.

W C o L After the spring growth

flush, prune boxwood, myrtle, and

other sheared shrubs for shape. As

spring-flowering shrubs such as spirea,

forsythia, and lilac finish blooming

perform any needed trimming.

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