When you feel that glorious, chilly nip in the air, you know it’s time for fall shrub planting. Head to the garden store, make some selections, find the shovel in the back of the toolshed, and give your bushes a tremendous head start so they’ll reward you beautifully come springtime. Learn how to plant shrubs in autumn.

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Gentians are alpine darlings, tough and hardy mat-forming perennials with dazzling, true-blue flowers that shine in borders, containers, and rock gardens. Spring or fall flowering, they thrive in mild summers but need protection from hot, intense sun. Learn how to grow gentian wildflowers in this guide. Read more now.

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Living in a cold climate doesn’t have to mean you can’t enjoy vivid colors in your garden. Learn how to select the best flowering annuals suitable for colder growing zones, and with minimal effort you can dazzle your neighbors with vibrant displays of color throughout the growing season. Read more now.

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Spice up your fall garden with seasonal decorations, ranging from the classic (pumpkins and straw bales) to the whimsical (lanterns and fairies). Whether elegant or rustic, bring hints of harvest season warmth to your outdoor landscape this autumn. Read on for ideas to complete your very own fall garden decor.

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Looking for an easy way to get an early start to the spring season? Why not try planting next year’s seeds in the fall? With minimal effort this autumn, you can get a head start on next season with a healthier, heartier crop. Read on to learn how to pre-seed the vegetable garden this fall for an early spring harvest.

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The end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of color, texture, and interest in the garden. Here are 15 cool-weather perennials that can invigorate your landscape with vivid blossoms and foliage as the days start to grow shorter. Extend the growing season with your new autumn favorites in this guide. Read more now.

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Are you wondering what to do with your end-of-season surplus of green and ripe red tomatoes? Some can be kept in boxed storage to continue to ripen and enjoy fresh. But for a bumper harvest, long-term preservation is often needed. Find all the details on how to store your homegrown tomatoes right here. Read more now.

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The Mammillaria genus contains almost 200 species of flowering cylindrical and globular cacti with protuberances and straight or hooked spines. They’re suited to Zones 9 to 11, make easy-care houseplants, and pair well with other desert succulents. Learn how to grow and care for mammillaria in this guide. Read more now.

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You don’t have to stop gardening when summer ends. A simple cold frame will help you extend the harvest season for months. You can start seeds, protect tender veggies, and grow an autumn or winter harvest in a basic cold frame with minimal effort and financial output. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process.

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Rutabagas are a sweet, nutty cross between a turnip and a cabbage. Grown for their large golden roots with purple-tinged skin, they take about 90 days to mature. Give them full sun, loose well-draining soil, and consistent moisture for the best results. Learn how to plant and grow rutabagas in this guide. Read more now.

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