1. Mulch, Mulch, Mulch - mulching all landscape plantings and the garden is a standard cold-protection technique. It helps insulate the root systems of all your plants. It also traps soil warmth built up during the growing season and preserves any soil moisture.
2. Plant - Fall is the best time to plant as it gives the plants a few cooler months to establish themselves. They will be bigger and more drought tolerant when the summer heat comes next year.
3. Divide Perennials - if you have some perennials that are starting to be over crowded, now is the time to carefully dig them up and transplant the bulbs to a new location. This not only gets you more blooms but it is healthier for
4. Compost your lawn - For a healthier lawn next year, adding a fine layer of compost on the top of your lawn is the way to do it.
The first frost is predicted at the end of November in San Antonio so don't delay taking care of your garden!
3. Divide Perennials - if you have some perennials that are starting to be over crowded, now is the time to carefully dig them up and transplant the bulbs to a new location. This not only gets you more blooms but it is healthier for
4. Compost your lawn - For a healthier lawn next year, adding a fine layer of compost on the top of your lawn is the way to do it.
The first frost is predicted at the end of November in San Antonio so don't delay taking care of your garden!
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