Garden Tips

October Tips

• The number of adult deer ticks is particularly high in New England at this time of year.
• Avoid pruning spring-flowering shrubs at this time of year.
• Wait until spring to cut back ornamental grasses.
• Dethatching of your lawn should be done on an as-needed basis.
• Brussels sprouts taste better after they have been exposed to frost.
• Always use hearing protection when operating leaf blowers and other power equipment.