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These wonderful bulbs herald the end of winter. They often bloom just as the snow melts, before winter finally retreats.

Have a little fun with herbs. Here are some do-it-yourself ideas for using these aromatic workhorses, fresh or dried, home grown or store bought.

Cool-season annuals that can tolerate a light frost can be planted out early in the month after being hardened off.

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