With signs of spring popping up all around us–crocus blooming, robins returning, buds coming out on the cotoneasters–I am thinking it is time to get my spring and summer garden plans finalized! This year will be different from other years as we live in a rental property now. I don’t have a reason to invest large amounts of money into garden soil amendments, rearranging the landscaping, or constructing large garden beds, even if I felt like I was “allowed” to do those things. Really, all we are required and encouraged to do with our yard is keep the grass growing…