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Seasonal Garden Tips

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

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Overwintering Tips   Seasonal Checklists

 

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4 Ways to Overwinter Geraniums (Pelargoniums)

What to Prune in Fall and What Should Wait

What is Overwintering?

How To Compost In The Winter (Easy Method)

Published on December 20, 2020Last updated October 25, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Putting out compost in the winter garden.

We know composting is good for the garden and the environment but did you know you can save food scraps for composting all year-round—even in a cold climate? Composting in winter is simple and takes … [Read more...]

How to Overwinter Plants For The Winter

Published on November 2, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Frosty winter garden with pathway.

When gardeners overwinter their plants, they are providing special care for tender plants that would otherwise not be able to withstand the cold season. Keep your vulnerable plants safe from freezing … [Read more...]

When is it Too Late to Plant Trees in Fall?

Published on September 28, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Potted trees ready for planting in the garden.

Yes, you can plant trees in fall in a cold climate but there are a few things to know first. The species, your location, and planting conditions all play a role in how successful the planting will be … [Read more...]

Get a Better Spring Garden With These Fall Tasks

Published on September 20, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden gloves, pruners, trowel, and bulbs for fall planting.

Why do some gardens look so much better in spring than others? Fall preparation! Have a look at what you can do now to give your spring garden a jump-start. Also see, the free, printable Fall … [Read more...]

How Nature Tells Us It’s Fall Bulb Planting Time

Published on September 19, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hand holding a flower bulb ready for fall planting.

If you want to know the best time to plant bulbs in fall, nature provides the signs and signals. As fall transitions into winter, there are many seasonal changes that tell us the time is right. The … [Read more...]

20 Spring Bulbs For Pollinators

Published on September 8, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Early spring flowering bulb in garden.

When it comes to helping pollinators in spring, not all flowering bulbs provide the nectar bees and other insects need. Find out which early spring flowers provide nourishment for emerging … [Read more...]

How to Care for Your Pond—and Fish—in the Winter

Published on October 28, 2019Last updated November 8, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Goldfish and winter pond in garden.

These instructions show how to care for your pond, aquatic plants, and fish during the winter to keep everything safe and avoid freezing. No matter what your water depth, you should be able to protect … [Read more...]

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