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How to kill weeds in the fall – and stop them from returning to your yard next year
Fall is a great time to clear your garden borders of troublesome weeds
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Best ornamental grasses for winter interest – 5 varieties for color and texture in the colder months of the year
With striking shades and shapes, these ornamental grasses are ideal for maintaining interest during fall and winter
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10 perennials to cut back in fall – to tidy flower beds and prevent pests and diseases
Not all perennials need cutting back in fall, but these do to keep plants healthy over winter
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Best shrubs for fall berries – 6 fruiting bushes to plant now for colorful borders and pots
Adding some of these fall-fruiting shrubs to your plot will not only look good but prove popular with wildlife too
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5 herbs that don't need winterizing – they're frost-hardy and need minimal protection
Many hardy perennial herbs will get through the winter season unharmed and return with more delicious leaves in the warmer months
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7 easy houseplants to propagate in fall and winter – to continue expanding your indoor jungle year-round
Dark and cold days won't stop these houseplants rooting
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How to cut back coleus for winter – to benefit plants growing indoors and out
If you cut back coleus, these traditional annuals can put on another stunning show next year
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Best hardwood cuttings to take in fall – 5 plants to start propagating now
Propagating from hardwood cuttings is one of the most rewarding ways to grow more plants for free
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What to do with hibiscus in the fall – expert advice to prepare for the winter months
How to care for these flowering shrubs to prepare them for the coldest time of year
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Should you deadhead chrysanthemums in fall? Here's why it's a good idea to cut back these blooms before winter
Deadheading is a key task for many flowering plants and getting the timing right is vital for future growth
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Best plants for winter hanging baskets – 10 picks for long-lasting, joyful flowers
These winter bloomers will add uplifting color to your baskets through the colder seasons
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Do you cut strawberries back in the fall? Experts reveal the potential dangers of trimming ahead of winter
You can trim them, but be careful not to get too carried away
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Best flowers to sow in the fall – 16 beautiful blooms to start now for a spectacular display
Now is the time to start growing these stunning perennials and annuals to bloom next year
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What to do with viburnums in the fall – expert tips for healthy shrubs
Whether you have a snowball bush or a nannyberry shrub in your yard, our fall care guide has all the information you need
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When to divide plants – for new perennials that establish fast and flower abundantly
Our experts explain the best times to divide perennials and populate your yard for free
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How to overwinter a Boston fern – 5 easy steps to keeping your fern happy through the coldest season
These beautiful plants aren't frost-hardy, so it's best to take some simple steps to help them during winter
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What to do with wisteria in the fall – to ensure your climbers bloom better than ever next year
Everything you need to know about caring for wisteria plants in the fall to prepare for the colder months
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7 flowers to sow in October for spring and early summer blooms
Discover some fantastic flowers to start this month, along with tips for where and how to sow the seeds
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Best fall plants for privacy – 11 beautiful choices for seasonal garden screening
From colorful shrubs to lofty, late-blooming perennials, these choices will brighten up your garden while making it feel more private
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Native alternatives to Japanese maples – 5 North American trees for a spectacular fall display
These native species are sure to add seasonal joy to any yard, and they will prove a hit with wildlife too
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How to cure pumpkins successfully to give them the longest life
If you cure pumpkins, they can store for months – here is where and how to do it
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What to do with bougainvillea in the fall – expert tips to prepare your flowering climbers for the colder months
Our seasonal guide has all the information you need to know to best care for these tropical climbing plants in October and November
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Vegetables to grow in a greenhouse in fall – 9 of the best crops to plant undercover
Once the summer crops come to an end, there are hardy vegetables to take their place to provide a harvest in late fall and winter
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How to take mulberry tree cuttings – expert tips for successful plant propagation
Learning how to take mulberry tree cuttings is a cost-effective way to grow your tree collection
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I have planted thousands of perennials and shrubs as a professional gardener – and biochar is the secret ingredient I always recommend
Biochar is a helpful and long-lasting soil additive, with impressive results
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Is collecting fallen leaves always essential? Discover where never to leave them, and the places in the yard where it's safe to do so
Should they stay or should they go? We advise, and highlight the best leaf-collecting tools for the job
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10 vegetables to plant in fall for delicious crops in the colder months and beyond
Many fall planting vegetables provide quick harvests in fall and winter, while others give earlier harvests come next year
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Should I cut back asters in the fall or wait until spring? The choice is yours, and here’s how to decide
Which side are you on when it comes to cutting back asters? Our guide will help you to pick
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Seeds to collect in October – 7 flowers and vegetables to harvest seeds from this month
Get ahead for next year by collecting seeds, and discover tips for how to harvest and store them
