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 As summer winds down we're excited for the arrival of fall and all the beautiful plants and decorations it brings! Cooler weather, football, fall festivals, and decorating with pumpkins, corn stalks, gourds, and vibrant plants like mums, pansies, crotons, and asters are just around the corner.

Here’s a handy list of garden tasks to tackle this month:

Garden To-Do List for Fall

Plant:

• Flowers: Marigolds, Stock, Petunias, Alyssum, Dianthus
• Roses: New rose bushes
• Perennials: Various perennials for long-term growth

Vegetable Gardens:

• Cold Weather Vegetables: Plant veggies suited for cooler temperatures
• Seeds: Sow seeds for fall crops

Sow:

• Wildflower Seeds: For a splash of natural color
• Bluebonnet Seeds: Add these beautiful flowers to your garden

Replant/Spruce Up:

• Containers: Refresh with fall-colored plants
• Mums: Set out mums for vibrant autumn blooms

Plant Shrubs:

• Timing: Fall is the ideal season for planting shrubs

Plant Trees:

• Best Time: Fall is the top time to plant new trees

Pre-Emergent:

• Application Window: Apply from August 25th to mid-September to prevent weeds

Fertilize:

• When: Mid-September to mid-October
• What: Lawns, shrubs, azaleas, and trees

Seed:

• Types: Fescue, annual, or perennial grass seed

Divide:

• Iris: Divide and replant iris bulbs to encourage healthy blooms

Use:

• Bug Blaster II: Apply granular product around your home, shed, and garage to keep insects out

Enjoy the fall season and all the changes it brings to your garden!