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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?

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 Winterize Your Fish Pond (6 Timely Tips)

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

Goldfish and winter pond in garden.

Keep your garden pond fish and plants alive with these cold weather preparation and maintenance tips. We’ve covered the basics to protect everything through the winter months. Whether you are … [Read more...]

10 Popular Perennials to Divide & Transplant in Fall

Published on October 16, 2019Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Perennials that can be divided in fall including peonies.

Late summer and early fall is the time to plant, divide, and transplant many different perennials, shrubs, and trees including spring flowering perennials. Peonies are a good example of a plant that … [Read more...]

20 Flower Bulbs to Plant in Fall for Spring & Summer Blooms

Published on September 27, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Spring-flowering bulbs planted in fall.

This handy list of bulbs to plant in fall is organized by bloom times. Pick selections that flower in late winter, spring, and summer for continuous blooms. If you are new to this, see how to … [Read more...]

What to Sow in Fall Before It Snows

Published on October 1, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Purple lupines in the garden.

Many plants, bulbs, and seeds can be added in fall before the ground freezes, including cool-tolerant vegetables, cover crops, and spring-flowering bulbs. There is a complete printable fall … [Read more...]

When is it Too Late to Sow Seeds Outdoors?

Published on June 1, 2014Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Seedling sprouting in garden.

How do you know when it is too late to sow seeds outdoors? Use these tips for starting flowers and vegetables in late summer or fall. For more garden tips, see the Empress of Dirt Grow … [Read more...]

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