Dinnerplate dahlias, like this Berry Spritz collection, can grow up to 10 inches across on four- to five-foot-tall plants. (Courtesy Longfield-Gardens.com)
As summer comes to an end, it’s time to prepare landscapes for fall and winter. Proper fall care helps increase plants’ winter survival, supports pollinators, and promotes the overall health, longevity and beauty of a landscape.
Continue watering as needed. This is especially important for new plantings, evergreens and
Add some immediate and long-term beauty to the landscape with fall plantings. The soil is warm and the air cooler, making it easier for plants to adapt to their new location and more comfortable for gardeners.
Replace fading annuals and fill voids in the garden with pansies, snapdragons, ornamental