The late-summer garden is all about planting perennials, collecting seeds and ordering bulbs – and there are still lots of blooms to enjoy, too. In September, the garden starts the seasonal colour ...
When you think of September, planting flowers likely isn’t one of the first things that comes to mind. But there are actually lots of flower varieties that thrive when planted in September, despite ...
With the right plants, you can keep borders bright and pollinators happy well into fall. Sadly, by the time September arrives, many blooms are past their peak, and garden beds can start to look a ...
Asters are a great choice if you want to keep your garden colorful into fall. These perennial flowers have daisy-like blooms ...
Planting red valerian, also known as Jupiter's beard (Centranthus ruber), this September is a great way to attract gorgeous hummingbirds to your yard through the fall and winter. This beautiful plant, ...
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Think hardy greens like kale and spinach for salads galore to root veggies for extra crunch—there are ...
We have spent a lot of time writing about fall vegetable gardening, but the action in the flower garden is just as exciting. Most gardeners in the region aim for year-round color while supporting ...
The transition to fall happens now, though the heat will linger for a while. Days grow noticeably shorter and nights a bit cooler. I’m always sad to say goodbye to summer and dinners eaten on the ...
Gardeners should monitor lawns for tropical sod webworms and consider applying a low-nitrogen fertilizer in early fall. Fall is an ideal time to apply fire ant bait, manage standing water to prevent ...