Here is a general schedule for developing a garden with perennial and seasonal planting:

Spring: - Clean up the garden beds by removing any dead leaves, branches, and debris. - Prepare the soil by adding compost or other organic matter. - Plant early spring bulbs such as crocuses, daffodils, and tulips. - Plant cool-season annuals such as pansies, violas, and snapdragons. - Divide and transplant any overgrown perennials.

Summer: - Plant warm-season annuals such as marigolds, zinnias, and petunias. - Plant summer-blooming perennials such as coneflowers, black-eyed susans, and daylilies. - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers. - Water regularly, especially during hot and dry spells. - Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fall: - Plant fall-blooming perennials such as asters, mums, and sedum. - Plant bulbs for spring blooms such as daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths. - Cut back any dead foliage and remove any diseased plants. - Add a layer of compost or other organic matter to the soil. - Cover the garden beds with a layer of mulch to protect plants during the winter.

Winter: - Protect any tender plants from frost and freezing temperatures. - Prune any overgrown or damaged branches from trees and shrubs. - Plan for next year’s garden by researching new plants and making a planting schedule. - Take care of any garden tools and equipment, and store them properly for the winter.