Winter winds are whipping around for many of us, but there’s still plenty to focus on!
February is a great month to:
– find deals on lingerie, menswear, jewelry and picture frames
– snag clearances on electronic left-overs from the holidays, sports equipment, and of course, after-Valentines Day candy and goodies
– prune fruit trees, roses, and vines (but be sure to avoid pruning in wet weather, wait for a string of dry days in the forecast.)
– plan winter travel and get a jump on spring break, too. Planning early will ensure you get a broader selection of locations and deals to choose from.
– eat chocolate… after all, this is the month of love (and chocolates) and dark chocolate is known to have oodles of health benefits, so go on, indulge just a little bit.
– clean and organize your garden tools in preparation of the planting season that will soon be upon us.
– plant a window box herb garden. Likely your supply from last year is dwindling and it’s time to start new crops of flavor enhancers.
– start your spring vegetable seeds near the end of the month for optimum growth.
– try a new soup or crock pot dish. A slow cooked warm winter dish will be well appreciated, plus you’ll likely have a nice round of left-overs to enjoy or freeze for a break from cooking down the road.
A few recipes to get you started:
8 Great Soups to Warm Your Winter Up!
Beef in Stout With Herb Dumplings
What “to-do’s” are on your February calendar?
I love the “eat chocolate” idea! The spring planting is interesting too. Do you start yours inside? Where I live we still get freezes through the beginning of May.
I haven’t really planned anything major to do during the month of Feb. I will continue to write content for my blog.
Love all these ideas, and specials! Thanks for sharing!
I like your list. I really should get to an herb garden again:)
DelSheree Gladden – yes, we start a lot of seeds indoors here, mainly near the end of February. We’ll get frost sometimes into early May, but it’s rare and if established, most spring plants will make it through with a little covering. (We’re in Kentucky btw.)
February is all about spring cleaning for us. Gotta get the house in order just in time for the beautiful spring weather!
Pruning…I spent several hours this week cutting back roses and other overgrowth in the garden. It always makes me feel so accomplished!