WOOD Grand RapidsThu, May 7, 2026 at 6:57 PM UTC

Life In Progress: Gardening tips and tricks

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Mother’s Day weekend is a busy time for local greenhouses, but is it a good idea to get those plants into the ground now or wait another week or two?

Advanced master gardener John Hogan (also WOOD TV8’s assignment manager) shared some tips on the best times to plant those flower beds, window boxes and vegetables for the summer season.  He also shared some budget-friendly ideas to help you save a little money on your gardens. If you have a garden you are proud of share it with us at Report It.

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