From Grandpa Edwin’s Desk: April Garden Planning with THC

Spring’s just waking up

April garden planning with THC: There’s something about April in Minnesota. One day it’s sunny and teasing you with spring, the next, there’s snow on your daffodils. It’s not the season to rush.

“You don’t plow the field before you walk it first.”
— Grandpa Edwin

That old wisdom still holds. Before you start digging in your garden beds or hauling out the rake, there’s good reason to pause and plan. Nature’s just starting to stretch her limbs. Give her (and yourself) a moment. April garden planning with THC is the perfect invitation to take things nice and slow.

Why slowing down helps the garden (and the pollinators)

Early spring yard cleanup might feel productive, but it can do more harm than good. Dead leaves, hollow stems, and plant matter from last season are still sheltering beneficial insects like solitary bees, ladybugs, lacewings, and butterflies.

Experts recommend waiting until temperatures are consistently above 50°F for at least seven days before clearing out garden debris. That gives pollinators time to emerge and move along to their next stop.

So while you wait? Pour yourself an Edwin’s Edibles & Elixirs THC beverage and take a slow walk around your yard.

Plan first. Plant later.

This is the perfect time to visualize your garden layout, especially if you’re starting fresh. Sketch a layout. Take notes. Think about:

• What plants thrive in your growing zone
• Which veggies or herbs you’ll actually use in meals
• Companion planting pairings (marigolds + tomatoes, anyone?)
• How much time you realistically have to tend to it all

And if you’re a container gardener? This is a great month to scrub and sanitize your pots to get them ready for seedlings.

🌿 EE&E’s tip: garden planning with a sip

Still frosty out? Pop open an Edwin Palmer THC beverage and sketch your dream garden while staying cozy indoors. Bonus: Label your seed packets now, so you’re not guessing come planting day.

A natural pairing: gardens and gummies

April garden planning with THC is a natural fit. Spring is full of intention, and we think THC pairs best with that same mindset.

Whether it’s sipping a Grape soda THC drink as you stroll the yard or relaxing after seed planning with a Pineapple Express THC gummy, EE&E’s products are made to help you feel rooted, present, and just the right amount of lifted.

Because the best gardens? They’re the ones planted with care and tended with presence. And that sounds a lot like the way we make our products.

Your spring takeaway

Not everything needs to be done right now. April is for slow starts, warm sips, and thoughtful steps. Here’s your Grandpa Edwin-approved to-do list:

1. Take a walk around your yard with an elixir in hand
2. Plan your garden layout (indoor or outdoor)
3. Hold off on clearing dead leaves until it’s warm enough
4. Clean and prep garden tools or containers
5. Label your seeds now for less confusion later
6. And of course, stock up on your favorite THC drinks and THC gummies while you dream up what’s to come.

 

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Fun Fact:
Did you know? Edwin’s Elixirs won top taste and design honors at the 2024 PR%F Awards as mentioned in this blog post. Good taste just runs in the family.

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