Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Annuals and Bulbs It is time to set out Mums and plant Pansies, Ornamental Kale and Cabbage to keep a little color in the garden for as long as possible. After planting feed with Dynamite 9 month fertilizer for winter blooms. During the fall months, after soil temperature drops below 60°F., plant spring […]
For cool season grasses such as fescue, September is the best month to core aerate, seed and fertilize. Be sure to read herbicide labels carefully regarding the exact timing between seeding and applying weed control products. Bring summer vacationing houseplants back indoors while the windows are still open. Spray Bonide Insecticidal Soap before bringing your plants inside […]
Lawns scheduled for renovation this fall should be killed with Bonide Kleen-Up now. Bonide Kleen-Up is 41% stronger than Roundup. Have soil tested to determine pH needs. Plan now for fall garden renovations or shrub additions. Need design ideas – sign up for a landscape consultation! Soak shrubs periodically during dry spells with enough water […]
Miscellaneous Check the soil moisture of container grown vegetables and flowers daily. As the temperature rises, some plants may need water twice a day. If you want to raise summer-flowering plants from your own seed, then now is time to start collecting. If you delay your collecting for too long then the seeds might end up […]
Pinch back and dead head any annuals, Fuchsias, Geraniums, Cosmos, or any other plants that might be getting a little leggy. Pinch your Chrysanthemums to encourage them to be bushier and have more blossoms. Pinch them again, every 6 inches or so, as they grow. This is an excellent month to pick out new perennials, […]