August

Hot list of plants:  Perennials: Sedum, Hibiscus, Asters, Coleus, Ivy Trees and Shrubs: Sweet gum, Weeping willow, False Cypress, Spirea, Blue berried Viburium, Knockout roses

 

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Cut back perennials that have finished blooming

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Start harvesting tomatoes and the rest of your garden bounty

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Cut back any flowers grasses and herbs you want to dry

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Dry some sweet red peppers and grind to make your own paprika

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pick your raspberries be sure to freeze or can some for winter treats

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now is a good time to overseed lawns in dead areas

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Pot oregano and chives for indoor use

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stop fertilizing roses to encourage dormancy

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store dried flowers in labeled airtight containers for later use

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order fall bulbs for planting in sept and oct

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full moon

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inspect houseplants and wash with mild soap and bring indoors

Tip of the Month: If your lettuce is a little bitter, try washing it and storing it in the refrigerator for 2 days, this will take away most of the bitterness!


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