| Sow seeds:
Many cool-season vegetables can be sown directly outdoors in April, including peas, carrots, beetroot, spinach, and lettuce. If you have a greenhouse or propagator, you can also start sowing warm-season vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers, and squash.
Plant potatoes:
Second early potatoes can be planted outdoors in April. Make sure to chit your potatoes (encourage shoots to grow) before planting by placing them in a cool, light spot for a few weeks.
Protect fruit trees from frost:
Late frosts can damage blossom on fruit trees. You can protect your trees by covering them with horticultural fleece on cold nights.
Feed your plants:
Apply a general-purpose fertilizer to your lawn and flower beds to give them a boost for the growing season.
Weed and mulch:
Regularly weed your beds to prevent weeds from competing with your plants for water and nutrients. Apply a layer of mulch around your plants to help suppress weeds, retain moisture, and regulate soil temperature.
Take care of your lawn:
April is a good time to sow grass seed or lay new turf. You can also scarify your lawn to remove moss and thatch, and apply a weed killer to get rid of any unwanted plants.
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