It’s the end of summer, and your tomato plants are still bursting with potential. The sun’s a little weaker, the nights are cooler, and those once-lush vines are starting to look a little tired—but the fruit? Still green, still growing, and still full of promise. You’ve worked too hard to let all those beautiful tomatoes…
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12 Garden Chores You Can’t Skip in November
Ah, November—the month when pumpkin spice takes over, sweaters make a comeback, and your garden starts whispering, “Don’t forget about me.” While the chill in the air tempts you to trade your gardening gloves for a hot mug of cocoa, your outdoor space still needs some love before winter fully settles in. Neglect it now,…
10 Shrubs That Should Be Pruned Before Winter
There’s a special kind of chaos that happens in your garden when fall fades and winter looms—leaves crunch underfoot, branches sag from the last storm, and suddenly your once-tidy shrubs look like they’ve been through a wind tunnel. It’s tempting to ignore them until spring, but here’s the truth: a few strategic snips before winter…
Why Fall Pruning Sets Trees Up for Spring Growth
There’s something magical about autumn. The air gets crisp, leaves turn into fiery mosaics, and your yard suddenly looks like it belongs on a postcard. But behind that seasonal beauty, your trees are quietly preparing for their next big act—spring growth. Here’s the kicker: how you care for your trees in the fall can make…