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Fall & Winter

Fall Garden Checklist & Helpful Reminders

Published on September 7, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Fall Garden Checklist

Get your garden winter-ready with this fall cleanup checklist. Discover priority tasks for tidying, winterizing, storing gear, and spring planting. If you want to continue gardening, also consider … [Read more...]

September Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects

Published on August 31, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Sunflowers growing in September garden

Fall marks the time in the garden for endings and new beginnings. September garden tasks include harvesting the summer crops, growing fall veggies, and, preparing the garden for winter. I also have … [Read more...]

2026 Fall Hummingbird Migration (Canada & United States)

Published on August 9, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Fall hummingbird migration map for the United States and Canada.

Discover when hummingbirds begin their solo fall migration from Canada and the US, and what to expect as these tiny birds head south to their wintering grounds. Want to follow the journey north? … [Read more...]

10 Vegetables That Grow in Winter (if You Start in Summer)

Published on July 18, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Carrots and a winter garden.

Many vegetables can be grown outdoors in winter, even in cold climates. Success comes down to choosing the right crops, starting on time, and using protection like frost cloths or cold … [Read more...]

20 Vegetables to Sow Midsummer for Fall (Seed Sowing Plan)

Published on July 3, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Swiss chard, broccoli, and cauliflower growing in the garden.

Sow vegetable seeds in midsummer for fall and winter harvests. Fast crops ripen in 4โ€“8 weeks, while hardy varieties thrive all winter with basic protection. New gardeners are surprised to learn … [Read more...]

How to Plant Asparagus Crowns

Published on March 23, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Asparagus crowns ready to be planted.

The quickest way to start a new asparagus patch is to plant young living roots known as crowns. In the right location, this perennial vegetable will provide ample yields for years to come. For more … [Read more...]

20 Fast-Growing Vegetables in 4-6 Weeks (Spring or Fall)

Published on March 16, 2026 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Examples of fast-growing cool-tolerant vegetables including carrots, radishes, and spinach.

Quick-growing vegetables for cool spring and fall gardens include leafy greens, carrots, beets, radishes, and peas. Many are ready from seed to harvest just four to six weeks. If you are new to … [Read more...]

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