Lawn and Garden: Tasks/Tips

Fall

Take cuttings of special annuals:
An overcast day is great for taking cuttings of annuals to save for next year. Geraniums and coleus are two types that do quite well in the house for the winter. Be sure your cutting tools are clean and that you use a soil-less mix for the cuttings.

Lift summer flowering bulbs:
A warm, dry day is perfect to dig up your dahlias, cannas, gladiolus and other summer flowering bulbs. You can wait until the first frost has killed the tops of the plants, then dig and dry them before storing for the winter in a frost-free location.

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Divide peonies:
Pick a sunny day in the fall to divide peonies. Peonies prefer to be divided in the fall and it will be easier to see where to divide the clumps if it is a bright day. Be sure to replant no deeper than 2" of soil over the buds otherwise you will not get flowers.

Plant tulips, daffodils and other spring flowering bulbs:
A warm fall day is great for planting bulbs. The warm soil will easier to work in and the bulbs will get a head start preparing for winter. Daffodils in particular like to be planted while the soil is still warm from the summer.

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Over seed lawn:
Cool and cloudy days are wonderful for over-seeding your lawn or starting a new lawn. The cool days and nights of fall are the perfect temperature for the seedlings.

Cover annuals:
If a frost is predicted, take a few moments to cover your annuals and tender vegetables with overturned pots or sheets. We usually have a couple more weeks of nice weather after the first frost, and if you protect the tender plants, you'll have more time to enjoy them.

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