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If you notice some of your trees starting to change color already, that's not a good sign. It could mean your trees are distressed and need water.

We got some much-needed rain this morning. But, is it enough for your trees? Stearns and Benton County Horticulturist Janelle Daberkow says the rain is nice, but keep watering.

Don't be alarmed if you think moths are invading your gardens and porch lights. University of Minnesota Extension Educator Janelle Daberkow says they started hearing reports of adult moths much earlier than normal.

A U-of-M Extension Educator says it's ok to start raking your lawn as long as the ground is dry enough in your yard. But, Janelle Daberkow says it's too early to put down the crab grass preventer.

As the weather warms and the sun shines, it can be hard not to get into our lawns and gardens. But, a U-of-M Extension Educator and Horticulturist says you can do real damage to your lawn if you start raking and de-thatching too soon.