Garden Tips

       November Tips

• Water newly transplanted shrubs and trees through November if it remains dry. 
• Mulch sensitive plants such as roses to help protect roots over winter. 
• Move houseplants to south facing window for more light. 
• Hand pruners are good for cutting stems less than 3/4 of an inch in diameter.
• Mark lawn edges to keep plows and snow blowers inside the lines. This winter.
• Spider plant is a pet safe houseplant that helps improve air quality. 
• Bulbs are better planted at a later date than stored in the basement.