November To-Do List

Here are some more tips on preparing your garden in fall for a more vibrant Spring yard:


1.  Make sure all perennial climbing plants are secured to supports.

2.  Protect roses at the base by applying mulch over each plant.

3.  If you are lucky enough to still have any tomatoes left on the vine, you can take the partly ripe ones and place them in a bowl with an apple to help ripen. The ethylene gas that a ripe apple natually emits hastens theis process.

4.  In our milder climate it's not too late to get in one last edible crop, including cool-weather herbs, such as parsley and chives, if the ground is still workable.   This works best in rock garden areas or around rock wall, as the rock retains warmth.

5.  Prune diseased or dead branches, or those that would interfere with buildings or power lines if covered with snow or ice.

6.  If mushrooms have sprouted into your lawn, knock off their tops with a rake and cart away.

7.  Keep cutting  your grass as long as it's growing. Winterize your mower after the last cut of the season.

8.  Drain the garden hose and bring it in for the winter. Wipe with a rag to remove any mud and moisture. Then, store it flat, letting it coil naturally, someplace dry and dark.

9.  Empty window boxes and terra-cotta and plastic planters. Scrub the interiors, and give them a good cleaning inside and out. Store planters upside down in a basement or garage until spring arrives.



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