Fall is an important time for the backyard. Many bulbs are being planted in preparation for spring, while some plants are entering dormancy before the harsh winter. All areas of the garden are ...

Fall gardening is kind of like swapping out your tank tops and shorts for sweatshirts and sweaters. You can't just do what you did all summer and expect the same results. Cooler temps mean your soil ...

Fall fertilizing strengthens roots and helps grass store nutrients for a healthy spring. Test your soil, pick the right fertilizer, and apply it carefully to avoid damage. Feeding in fall boosts ...

My traditional recommendation for fall fertilization of a cool-season lawn starts with an application of high-nitrogen fertilizer, such as a 28-0-4, in early September. You can also make this same ...

Fertilize fall veggies in late summer, but stop once autumn fully sets in. Add compost in the fall to enrich the soil and prep it for next year’s crops. Skip fertilizing perennials, trees, and shrubs ...

an you believe the mild fall weather recently? On Sunday Kelsi and Coby were helping Marilyn and I put up Christmas lights. They were both in short sleeves. Most gardeners I know are still taking ...

When you fertilize a lawn in the fall, grass plants are in a mode of taking nutrients down into their roots for storage — compared to spring and summer when it is taking up nutrients mainly to its ...

Question: I read that fall is the best time to fertilize your lawn. My lawn looks good right now. Is it really necessary? Answer: I normally fertilize my lawn just twice a year. I consider the fall ...

You have probably heard a bunch of advice on the importance of feeding your plants at the right time, as well as choosing the best fertilizer for your lawn and garden to promote healthy growth.