As spring planting season begins in New Glarus, many residents are bringing home store-bought seedlings and preparing to move them into garden beds, a process that can easily damage young plants if done incorrectly. Proper timing, soil preparation and gradual exposure to outdoor conditions are key to helping seedlings survive Wisconsin’s unpredictable spring weather.

Gardeners across Green County often face challenges such as late frosts, temperature swings and heavy soils, all of which can stress newly transplanted plants. The following ten guidelines are a helpful checklist for long-term planting success as the weather gradually warms up.