Garden Tips

  November Tips

• Water newly planted shrubs and trees through November if conditions are dry.

• Move houseplants to a south-facing window for more light.

• Paperwhite narcissus can be forced in just 3 to 5 weeks.

• Mulching sensitive plants such as roses will help to protect roots over winter.

• Be sure to keep up regular mowing until the lawn stops growing.

• Spider plant is a pet-safe house plant that improves indoor air quality.

• Bulbs are better planted at a later date than stored in the basement.