Current Issue: October 15, 2024
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Featured Publication: Late Season Perennial Flowers
FAQ of the Week: When and where should I plant garlic?
Bloom of the Week: Witch Hazel 
 
Yard & Garden: Fall Color FAQ
Yard & Garden: Ornamental Grasses
Pest of the Week: Houseplant Pests
Task of the Week: Plant Spring Blooming Bulbs
Garden Variety Podcast: Fall perennials are bloomin' brilliant

Fall Garden Tasks

Fall is a great season and the perfect time of year to work on many projects in the garden. Use the link to help create your fall to-do list and get your garden ready for winter.

Garden Trivia


True or false? The only effective way to remove leaves from the lawn is by raking and bagging.


Read on to see the answer!

Growing and Harvesting Ornamental Corn

Ornamental corn, or "Indian corn," is popular for fall decor and can be bought at markets or grown in the home garden. Learn more about types, planting, and harvesting this autumn favorite.

All About Hedge Apples

Hedge apples, from the Osage-orange tree, are yellow-green fruits popular for decoration. They are often touted as being an effective pest deterrent but in reality this myth doesn't hold up well. Learn all about hedge apples in this article.

Growing Giant Pumpkins


Giant pumpkins can weigh over 1,000 pounds and grow to over 10 feet in circumference. While attaining a half-ton jack-o-lantern may not be your goal, growing them is fun and rewarding for many gardeners.

Cool-season Greens Great for Containers

Award-winning kale, basil, and lettuce are great options for cool-season container gardening. Learn about these three All-America Selections winners and see if they'd be a good fit for your garden!

Other Items of Interest

Garden Trivia Answer


False. It is important to remove leaves from the lawn to prevent them from matting down and smothering grass over the winter. Raking and removing is one option, but you can also mow them. Learn more in this article: Do I need to remove the leaves on my lawn?

 
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