You know the old saying, "Life's a beach!" Life isn't always a beach, sometimes life is a garden. Gardens are a lot like life , if you want to get good stuff out of it, you have to put good into it, and cultivate the things that make you stronger. With that said, now is the perfect time to start preparing your garden for the winter. A few simple steps will make all the difference in the world. Fertilize... now is an excellent time to fertilize your existing trees, shrubs, and lawn. The cooler temps and rain will help the fertilizers absorb easier than they did in the awful summer heat. You can always tell a lawn in the spring that was fertilized in the fall. Mulching...it's time to redress those beds and get all your plants snug and cozy under a fresh layer of mulch. This does two things for you. Mulch insulates against temperaturs, and helps retain moisture. Good mulch practices will garuntee great spring results on all those perennials we all love so much.
Water... I know I know, something as simple as water. Plants need water in the winter as well, they don't always need as much, so don't go crazy, but they do need water. Just because you can't see them growing doesn't mean they aren't. The ground stays fairly warm here even in the winter, so those roots, (the ones you are thinking about fertilizing now) they are still active under the soil. A good rule of thumb is at least once a week with a good soak, unless rain is forcasted. There are hundreds of other tips and tricks in cultivating life and Gardens! Stop by and see us if we can help you, at least with the garden parts!
"Just living is not enough. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. " ~Hans Christian Anderson~Donna
