Pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks and mums keep our fall landscapes interesting while we put to rest gardens and patio pots for the coming winter season.

GARDEN

• Finish dividing and transplanting perennials early in the month. This is the best time to divide and transplant Peonies.
• Espoma’s BioTone is an organic, slow release starter plant food that helps prevent transplant loss and promotes root growth.
• Watch weather forecasts for possible killing frosts. Harvest frost-sensitive produce (squash, pumpkins and gourds) when frost is predicted.
• Rake and compost fallen leaves to keep leaves from accumulating and smothering the lawn.
• Store gladiolus, dahlias and canna in peat moss or sawdust at a cool part of the basement.
• Remove weeds from perennial beds – a clean garden will have fewer diseases next year.
• Edge garden and flower bed borders.
• Destroy slug egg masses found under garden debris and mulch.
• Cut perennials to 4-6″.
• Plant garlic and horseradish.
• Plan your “want” list for next year!
• Help birds prepare for migration or winter nesting, provide food high in protein (suet) and water.

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