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September marks the start of getting the garden – and the gardener – ready for a long winters rest. I know it seems too early to think of winter, but it is time to start planning for winter and the year to come. To this end, consider how best to overwinter and to make room for your favorite non-hardy plants indoors. Fortunately, we still have several months remaining for plants to grow, so there is no rush! Continue
Bruce Crawford
The Mighty Onion – A Gardeners Friend in Fall
Onions are a plant most people consider as a flavorful addition to meals, while the more ardent gardeners recognize their potential for colorful spring bulb displays. The selections many gardeners have yet to discover are the species and crosses available for late summer and autumn bloom. Indeed, the mighty Onion, botanically known as Allium has much to offer the autumn garden!
Bruce Crawford
To me, August is the month that epitomizes summer. The days remain long, with the daytime chant of the cicadas and the evening chorus of the crickets. Rainfall in July varied by where you live, and on average was a bit lighter than desired. With irrigation and coupled with the warm temperatures, most plants including vegetables flourished. August typically has many humid days, but the temperatures are usually in the 80’s, which is good for both the plants and the gardener!
Bruce Crawford
Coreopsis – The Preferred Name for a Preferred Plant
As we learn plants, the common name is invariably the name we prefer, since it is in a language that makes sense and is easy to recall. Typically, the biggest challenge with common names is the lack of consistency, as they can vary by location and some plants simply have several names.
Bruce Crawford
Finally, the hazy, lazy days of summer have arrived – something many of us longed for during the cold months of last winter! The temperatures are warm, the days are long and the rain has been near average! The heat and humidity have certainly returned too, so try to garden during the cooler temperatures of the early mornings and evenings.
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Bruce Crawford
