Keeping on top of your garden to-do list this winter

We have had some recent rainy weather as winter wraps up. While January and February are typically our peak months for rain, California's rainy season runs through April. There are important gardening tips you can incorporate into your routine as we say goodbye to this season.

Your garden to-do list:

—Watch your watering: Reduce your watering schedule or turn off your sprinkler controller if it’s raining. Follow our schedule at IRWD.com/wateringguide.

—Smart pruning: Prune trees and shrubs when plants are dormant. Use a mix of water and bleach to clean your tools to prevent transferring disease.

—Fertilize: Closer to spring, start fertilizing your landscape following the NPK formula: nitrogen for green growth, phosphorus for flowers and roots, and potassium for overall health. Try to use organic fertilizers, especially if you have fruit trees.