April shopping deals

Spring is here and that means the home and garden sales are in full swing, according to Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert at Slickdeals.net. Lowe's has garden beds and fertilizer on sale. Look for discounts on seed and sod and all of that good spring stuff at Home Depot, too. Things to avoid this month? Mattresses and patio furniture, which go on sale around Memorial Day.