Fall is a pivotal time in the life of a lawn. Like many other plants, grasses actively develop roots in the mild seasonal respite before entering winter survival mode. Fall is also prime for reseeding, laying new turf, and tending to established lawns. With gardening expert Katherine Rowe, set your lawn up for success by implementing a few fall protocols.
Winning bulb combinations create the seemingly effortless, exquisite beauty of an artist’s touch. They’re actually incredibly easy to pair for a naturalized look. Whether crafting a potted arrangement or taking in nature at a broad scale, enjoy pairing bulbs for no-fail seasonal beauty with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
To be the biggest and brightest, hardy chrysanthemums need plenty of nutrition. Their floriferous blanket of color reflects much energy spent, first developing leafy uppers and strong stems, then in bud set and flowering. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring organic amendments and fertilizers, timed and applied correctly, to boost blooms that last all fall.
As we excitedly plant and enjoy time outside this season, roots are busy growing and developing before winter’s turn. To sustain a healthy garden that overwinters heartily, plants need adequate moisture heading into frost. Explore when and how to water before the first frost with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Alliums bring high color, structure, and reliable style to the perennial border and planter. Their stately globe-shaped florets complement any garden style. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in how to plant these sculptural, pollinator-attracting blooms this fall for a late spring display.
Snowdrops give the sweetest welcome to spring. One of the earliest to flower in late winter, poking through the snow, snowdrop bulbs - the more, the merrier - bring subtle beauty that’s nothing short of enchanting. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in how to plant snowdrops now for a late winter display.
Maple syrup has hidden benefits besides being naturally sweet and delicious. Just as it’s the sugary carbohydrate food and energy source for maple trees, it shows similar attributes in the garden. But tapping into its benefits goes beyond a spray treatment, which creates a sticky situation. Explore how maple syrup helps enrich soil and plant health with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
A clean garden bed is a blank slate for the next round of planting, but it's also an opportunity to enrich soils and habitat while preventing weeds in the “off” season. If you’re giving your raised or in-ground beds a winter break, consider leaving vegetation in place, adding mulch, or sowing a crop cover for added benefits. Explore reasons to avoid a clean sweep with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Fall is the best time to plant our favorite spring and summer flowering bulbs. With some work now, we’ll reap the rewards with floral surprises as winter fades. Treat your future self by choosing long-blooming selections to usher in the warm season. You won’t have to wait long; many start appearing before winter’s end. Explore fall-planted bulbs with a long spring flowering season with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Hibiscus brings that lush, tropical zest we associate with sunny summertime days. With perennial selections, we can experience the blooms year after year with easy care. Rose mallow (native species and their cultivars) have papery disk blooms among unique foliage. Rose of Sharon, with ruffly flowers, lends vertical interest. Explore lasting selections of hardy hibiscus with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Burning bush is a rugged shrub that shines in the autumn landscape, showing off with fiery red leaves and berries. It’s also an aggressive spreader with negative impacts in its expansive growing range. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring why not to plant burning bush. Prevention is the best control, and plenty of beneficial options are ready to take place.
Fall is prime for growing fresh herbs, and they bring a flush of flavor. With summer’s heat behind them, many herbs experience renewed vigor as temperatures cool and before the growing season slows. Enjoy the bounty with fresh clippings and by drying selections for savory winter cuisine. Propagate your favorites to overwinter indoors for spring transplanting. Explore tasty fall favorites, both annual and perennial, with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.