Harvesting Late Tomatoes: Ripen & Store in September As September rolls in, your tomato plot is likely a mixture of ripe gems and stubborn, green holdouts. Shorter days, cooler nights,…[...]
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When and How to Pick September Squash and Pumpkins Squash and pumpkins are the stars of autumn: their glowing skins, sweet flesh, and impressive shapes signal the season’s abundance. But…[...]
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Harvesting Potatoes and Storing for Winter in September September is prime time to dig your maincrop potatoes—those starchy, golden treasures that can see you through winter meals if harvested and…[...]
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Picking Apples, Pears & Plums Before the September Cold Harvest-time for apples, pears, and plums can feel like a celebration—the trees are heavy, the kitchen is busy, and the air…[...]
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Dividing and Moving Perennials Safely in September As summer fades to gentle fall, September becomes the sweet spot for rejuvenating your perennial beds. Dividing and replanting perennials now gives roots…[...]
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Cover Cropping: Improve Soil Structure This September As summer crops make way for autumn, empty beds can be more than just blank space—they can become the foundation for healthier, more…[...]
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Companion Planting Ideas to Try in September As beds shift from summer’s fullness to autumn’s promise, September is the perfect time to rethink your garden combinations. Companion planting isn’t just…[...]
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Preparing Soil for October in Your September Garden Smart gardeners know that autumn’s bounty depends on what you do now. As September matures, it’s the perfect window to prepare your…[...]
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Success with Hardy Herbs in September September’s cooler days don’t signal the end of fresh herbs—in fact, this is when many hardy favorites thrive. By understanding what to plant, when…[...]
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Sowing Broad Beans and Peas During September September in the garden doesn’t have to mean winding down—it’s also the gateway to next year’s earliest and most reliable harvests of broad…[...]
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