October Gardening In The US Northern Plains
October’s bright blue weather sees the end of the garden show over our Northern Plains. Numerous things need to be done before freeze-up. Dig dahlias after the first killing frost.
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October Gardening In The Northern US
October in the North closes the gardening season with a grand finale of golden chrysanthemums and the brilliant autumn colors of deciduous trees and shrubs. This lavish display of color
What Work Needs To Be Done In The October Garden
October’s frosts may put an end to growing things but not to the gardener’s tasks. There are leaves to be raked and flower borders to be cleaned; furniture and tools
Native Plants In The West Coast Garden
This matter of which native plants to grow in the carefree garden keeps popping up here on the West Coast. As far as water requirements are concerned, there are two
October Gardening In The East Central US
This year why not fertilize your entire yard with a complete commercial fertilizer? Late fall fertilization does not start growth which winter will injure, as many gardeners fear. Use an
October Gardening In The Southwest
Chrysanthemums set fall gardens ablaze with color. All they require is adequate water to prolong their majestic blooming period. Plant spring flowering bulbs when available. Mass colors for effective display
When Fall Comes The Good Gardener STOPS!
Brisk, invigorating air, the crisp taste of newly-ripened fruit, and drifting leaves—that is fall. It is a time when outdoor work becomes a real pleasure. And well it is, for
Use Wild Herbs For Flavor And Fragrance
Before the landing of the Pilgrims, the Indians on Cape Cod were dependent on the wild herbs for food, simples, and dyes. The Pilgrim women brought herb seeds from their
No Lack Of Jobs In The Northern October Garden Digging and Storing
There is no lack of jobs to be done in October, especially if you are foresighted. By doing them now you can save valuable time and the spring rush next
Plant Sooner Than Later In The Midwest Garden October)
The first frosts of autumn mark the opening of one of the most interesting seasons in the garden. It is time to begin planting trees and shrubs. The sooner this