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Helpful garden tips and important tasks for specific seasons throughout the year—spring, summer, fall, and winter.

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Fall Tasks For Your Best Ever Spring Garden

Published on August 9, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Collage showing fall leaves, flower bulbs, and flowering bulbs.

Spring beauty starts in fall. See what you can do now to give your garden a jump-start for the season ahead. Also be sure to get the free, printable Fall Gardening Checklist for more ways … [Read more...]

Why No Mow May Doesn’t Cut It—And What You Can Do Instead

Published on April 5, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Backyard garden in May with bee and dandelions.

It's a catchy idea that's attracted a lot of gardeners, but No Mow May isn't the best way to help pollinators. Find out what gardeners can do instead to support bees and the ecosystem all … [Read more...]

How to Cut & Display Pussy Willow Branches Indoors

Published on April 2, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Pussy willow tree catkins on branches

Unlike other spring branches we force to bloom indoors, pussy willows should be kept dry after cutting to preserve their soft, fuzzy catkins. To force flowering trees and shrubs to bloom indoors in … [Read more...]

How & When to Bring Plants Inside: Timing & Debugging Tips

Published on July 3, 2023 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Preparing a potted plant for life indoors by removing any bugs from the stems and leaves.

Want to bring plants indoors without the bugs? Find out the best way to debug your plants along with the recommended timing and temperatures for a smooth transition. If you want to keep a small … [Read more...]

How To Use Fall Leaves To Improve Your Garden

Published on June 9, 2023 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Dry leaves in the fall garden.

Leave the leaves! Use fall foliage as mulch, winter plant insulation, in compost, and to provide vital food and shelter for wildlife in your garden. Be sure to get your free Fall Garden … [Read more...]

Great Fall Weather? Get These Garden Jobs Done

Published on September 23, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Colorful tree leaves in autumn

You never know how many beautiful fall days are ahead, so when you have one, get outside and get some garden jobs done. You'll feel better and be glad you gave the spring garden an extra boost. … [Read more...]

Fall Garden Checklist & Helpful Reminders

Published on September 9, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Fall Garden Checklist

This fall garden cleanup checklist covers what to tidy, organize, store, winterize, leave for the winter, and plant for spring. Tasks are listed by priority to ensure the important items are taken … [Read more...]

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