Apart from queries about which plants to prune, a question I get very often is “When is it the right time to prune?” And, the answer to that is very straightforward…and disappointing: it depends! Since September is just around the corner, let’s limit some of the variables we need to worry about and focus on…
Tired of paying good money for new plants, only to watch them wither? What if I told you in my best infomercial voice that you could get more plants for free? Not by stealing them from your neighbors (though I admire having the bulbs to do it), but by digging up and dividing your over-eager…
September is just around the corner, and you’re telling me you have no idea what to plant during the month? Don’t worry pal; I’ve got you! In today’s article, let’s take a detailed look at some flower options that can help you achieve a stunning spring display in the garden. Trust me, every single flower…
The gardening rulebook is a thick, merciless tome full of commandments. Thou shalt deadhead thy spent blossoms. Or, thou shalt not suffer a weed to live. But now, as the calendar flips to September, it feels like some of those rules are starting to sound like suggestions. Let’s face it, a lot of what we’ve…
In the past, I’ve often heard about dividing irises to achieve healthier growth and longevity, but this doesn’t only apply to irises. As a matter of fact, most perennials should be divided from time to time to keep them growing well for decades on end! Since September is just around the corner, in today’s article,…
I’ve written quite a lot of articles with the aim of addressing people’s fear of planting during certain months. Just like with August, it seems like new gardeners are also confused about the month of September. Today’s article is all about September planting. We’re going to discuss what vegetables you can plant in September according…