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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

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How To Use Fall Leaves To Improve Your Garden

Published on October 13, 2019Last updated October 10, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Dry leaves in the fall garden.

Leave the leaves! There are so many beneficial uses including mulching garden beds, insulating plants from damaging winter conditions, creating nutritious compost, and providing essential food and … [Read more...]

20 Flower Bulbs to Plant in Fall (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.

There are plenty of plants, bulbs, and seeds to add to the fall garden before the ground freezes. Options include some fast-growing cold tolerant food crops, cover crops to enrich the soil, and an … [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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