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​There are many types of Orchids with various care needs. Knowing which type of Orchid you have will help determine its care. But generally - Overwatering is a common cause for dead orchids.
How often you should water a plant depends on:
 • How much water it uses (likes it Dry or Wet)
• Function of Humidity, Light, Air Movement, Growing Media-Bark, Moss or Soil.
• When to water most orchids= Just before it goes dry. It can vary from every few days to every couple of weeks.
• Orchid media decomposes over time, especially bark. When this happens, the bark loses the fast-draining properties that many orchids prefer. That's why it's necessary to repot in new bark every year or two. Use an “orchid” fertilizer or G&B All Purpose or Bloom liquid fertilizers (follow directions on bottle) at half strength each time you water or monthly.
For more detailed information on Orchid Care, refer to the following links:
https://www.bhg.com/gardening/houseplants/care/how-to-care-for-orchids/  
and the American Orchid Society: www.AOS.org
 

Rainy weather is here, a favorite time for slugs! Here are some tips and links to further explore your plan for natural slug control in your garden.  

1.  Plant Slug Resistant Plants in wet shady areas when possible. Slugs usually avoid “toxic” plants, those with thick leathery leaves and many aromatic herbs. Slug “Resistant” Plants: Coneflowers, Euphorbia, Foxglove, Ladies Mantle, Many Ferns & Ornamental Grasses and many Evergreen Trees & Shrubs.  For more information go to: https://lostintheflowers.com/gardening-tips-info/plants-slugs-dont-like-to-eat/

2. Plants that Slugs Love- plant in raised beds, containers or higher places making it harder for slugs to get to. When planting these slug lovers in the ground, use controls listed in #3. Plants Slugs Love: Hostas (most green, gold & variegated forms- exceptions: waxy leaved, Pansies/Violas, Primrose, Marigolds; Melons, Cucumber & Squashes, Salad Greens & Lettuces, Strawberries & Peppers. For more information go to: https://www.slughelp.com/plants-snails-and-slugs-like-to-eat-vegetables-herbs-flowers/

3. Use Slug Deterrents.

• Beer Bait -add flat beer into shallow plastic recycled containers, drowning slugs. Change daily
• Boards, Pots or Bricks -turn over during the day to capture sleeping slugs
• Rough Mulch -add broken pieces of pottery, lava rock or other sharp surfaces that slugs avoid
• Desiccants -diatomaceous earth powder – without chemicals- border plants. Reapply after a heavy rain
• Sacrificial Garden -plant an area that slugs are attracted to and add baits & traps there with less expensive plants to deter from your other prized treasures 
• Natural Slug Killers & Repellants -Coffee Grounds- moderately near plants; Seaweed- add near plants, slugs dislike salt; Salt- add in a border area with rough mulch or gravel- away from plants, can burn them; Baits- use products that contain Ferric Phosphate -not- Ferric Sodium, which is very toxic to animals & wildlife. Try - Sluggo http://growslugfree.com/

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4. Learn to Live with a Little Damage. In a biodiverse landscape, the natural order helps maintain balance. Toads, frogs & some birds will eat slugs, as well as other predatory slugs eat other slugs. Learn more about the biology of slugs at:  http://www.allaboutslugs.com/slug-and-snail-science/slug-biology-2/
More about Slug Control:  https://learn.eartheasy.com/guides/natural-slug-control/

 Growing with Organics:     https://www.kellogggarden.com/products/gborganics/organic-fertilizers/
 
ALL PURPOSE (LIQUID) FERTILIZER
For Lush, Green Growth
 
Produce lush, green growth while also promoting abundant blooms and fruit.

 HIGH BLOOME (LIQUID) FERTILIZER
For Plants and Soil
Improve the quality and quantity of flowers in your garden.

HIGH GROWTH (LIQUID) FERTILIZER
All Season Soil and Plant Fertilizer
Quickly get nitrogen to your plants, producing lush, beautiful plants.
 
 
Fertilizer- organic fertilizers feed the soil, are long lasting and easy to use. Liquid or granular, in a variety of balanced formulas for your lawn & garden.  
                Acid Fertilizer- use for Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Heather & Heath, Camellias, PNW Natives &                         Ferns, Dogwoods.
                Rose & Flower; Bud & Bloom- for blooming trees, shrubs, roses & perennials. Non-acid lovers.
                Veggie & Herb- use for all vegetables & herbs.
                Palm & Citrus- Houseplants, Citrus & tropical plants.

​How to Apply Fertilizer- during initial planting or use "Starter" fertilizer, then apply 2-3 times during the growing season- Mid-March through September. Then top dress or mulch with an acid planting mix, soil building conditioner or harvest supreme soil amendment to conserve moisture, choke out weeds and protect roots.
Follow directions on the package label. Organics do not burn, but can rot foliage if applied directly to leaves. Apply fertilizer to soil area by either scratching into soil or applying directly on soil surface then applying a top dress of compost/mulch. Water in after or apply prior to heavy rainfall.

for more information, visit https://www.kellogggarden.com/faq/ there is also a soil calculator, scroll to the bottom of webpage. We have been using and selling G&B organics for several years and love it! Ask us if you need help or go to one of classes. 

PutIt’s time to enjoy the vibrant colors of fall, plan for spring and get down in the dirt! Fall is one of the best times to plant, plan and protect your garden.
Plant: Fall is one best times to plant hardy specimens and spring blooming bulbs.  The ground is still warm allowing for the newly planted to get established while the winter rains hydrate roots.

• Plant sod or seed and apply organic fertilizer to your lawn & landscape
• Plant hardy trees, shrubs, perennials, cold season veggies, grasses, ground covers and spring blooming bulbs. 
• Add Fall Annuals and colorful perennials into pots, borders & beds- Pansies & Violas; Mums & Asters; Cabbage & Kale and Fall Color Vines (Purple Grape, Silver Lace Vine, Virginia Creeper) & Shrubs (Dogwood, Spirea & Blueberries), Evergreen Perennials (Heuchera, Tiarella & Hellebores), Broad Leaf (Euonymus, Azaleas & Lonicera) and Conifers.
• Start a Veggie Garden! Cool season veggies-there are a bunch- Broccoli, Kohlrabi, Brussels & Cauliflower; Cabbage & Kale; Lettuce, Chard & Spinach; Onions & Leeks; Radish, Rutabaga, Turnips & Carrots

Plan:  Design your garden, redo a bed or plan your spring garden.

• Make yourself a list of what you need to do and when. This saves you time and money in the long run.
• Research new varieties to try, build a greenhouse or cold frame and make raised vegetable beds. Organize your seed packages.

Protect: Plant roots, delicate foliage and irrigation.

• Apply Mulch like compost or other organic soil amendments 1-3” deep. This helps protect your plants roots from winter damage.
• Avoid heavy pruning in fall, best to wait until late winter.
• Irrigation systems need to be winterized, ask a professional when needed. Add a hose bib or spigot protector to all outdoor faucets.
• Bring in tools, wheel barrows and hoses to protect from freezing.

Learn more, take a class at Zenith Holland Nursery!  Put your Garden to Bed 9-29-18, Hydrangea Care 9-15-18, Fall Container Design 9-30-18 & 10-20-18 

Put Your Garden to Bed by applying some stategies to protect your plants during winter-both roots & delicate foliage as well as your irrigation, garden art & tools.
 

• Apply Mulch like compost or other organic soil amendments 1-3” deep. This helps protect your plants roots from winter damage. Place a thick layer of newspaper or cardboard prior to mulch to choke out weeds. Use G&B fertilizers and planting mixes (soil ammendments) as mulch.
• Avoid heavy pruning in fall, best to wait until late winter. Only Lightly prune and thin plants that need it.  Leave grasses and other perennials that produce seed heads for birds to eat over the winter intact, they can be cleaned up later in spring.
• Dispose of fallen leaves that are diseased or invested with insect pests. Remove dead needles inside of dense conifers producing better air flow and reducing spider mites. Healthy leaves and needles can be used as a mulch and are great to suppress weeds.
• Irrigation systems need to be winterized, ask a professional when needed. Add a hose bib or spigot protector to all outdoor faucets.
• Bring in tools, wheel barrows and hoses to protect from freezing. Also, any garden art that could crack during freezing weather should be protected or brought into the garden shed or garage. Moisture can get into the cracks of porous pots & statuary and when it freezes the ice can cause fractures, breakage, etc.
• Cloches, Cold Frames, Greenhouse & Raised Beds. Add protection to newly planted crops, allow to harden off before you directly plant into the garden.

There are many things to be done in the garden before the kids go back to school! This guide can help you get a jump start before fall and winter rains and cool weather dominate.

1. Harvest Veggies, Seeds and Herbs. If you can't use or process your gardens fruit and veggie harvest, why not give to a neighbor or to the local food bank? Collect seeds from your favorite plants to plant later. Dry seed heads, put into envelopes or clear plastic baggies.  Herbs can be cut and tied into small bundles for later use. Dry completely before storing. Label with date and plant species.
2. Dead Head Flowers. Hanging baskets, summer annuals and perennials will bloom longer if you remove spent blooms.
3. Lightly Prune. Prune summer blooming shrubs after they are done blooming. Other trees and shrubs can also be pruned now until mid-September. Give plants 4-6 weeks before frost to harden off cut stems. 
4. Add Fall Color Now. Add small starts, direct sow seeds right into planters, beds and baskets.
5. Apply G&B Fertilizers & Soil Conditioners. Apply as directed- apply into the soil, topdress with compost. Water well after fertilizing. 
6. Pest Monitoring. Check plants for insect and disease. Treat if needed only. Remove diseased leaves from plants and the ground- this can reinfect and continue the disease cycle during wet weather. If weeds are present, remove them especially the seed heads that can spread unwanted weeds. 

If you have questions or need help with your garden we are here to help! 

​Hydrangea Care Guide
Hydrangeas are gorgeous shrubs, with long lasting, luscious summer blooms and glowing fall color. Enjoy them as specimens in the garden and as a bonus bring the blossoms indoors for cut or dried floral arrangements. So here is a guide to help you choose which Hydrangeas are right for your garden, container or landscape area.
1. Choosing the Right Hydrangea. First you need to choose the correct hydrangea- How much sunlight does the location have? What type of soil do you have? How big of blooms and what color of blooms do you want? All hydrangeas will bloom and grow well in morning sun and afternoon shade.
2. Planting Hydrangeas. Choose a location so that the hydrangea can reach its full size without pruning. Plant the hydrangea in well- drained, rich & organic soil. Make sure to not plant the hydrangea too deep in the ground. Plant at the same depth as the in the pot it comes in. The best time to plant hydrangeas are early spring - summer or fall. If you want to transplant a hydrangea, do so once the plant is dormant and has lost all leaves in late fall or winter.
3. Watering Hydrangeas. Hydrangeas need moist but well drained soil to thrive. Instead of trying to stick to a “rule” for watering hydrangeas, it is better to water so the soil is moist at all times, but not too wet. Each type of hydrangea requires different levels of water. The location of the plant will also determine how much water the plant needs. When thirsty- the leaves will start to wilt when the plant needs water. Hydrangea macrophylla and hydrangea paniculata require more water than hydrangea aborescens (smooth hydrangeas) and Hydrangea quercifolia (oakleaf).
 4. Fertilizing Hydrangeas. Specialty formulated hydrangea fertilizer is available, however it is not necessary. Commonly found G&B fertilizer either- Rose & Flower, Bud & Bloom or Acid Lover is the easiest to use. It should be applied in spring or early summer. Not in the fall as that is when the plants are preparing for dormancy, and the fertilizer could trigger new growth which isn’t healthy for the plants.
5. Changing Bloom Color. Fertilizer will not change the color of the blooms, although extra ingredients added to fertilizers might change the color, but the fertilizer itself doesn't have this power. It is much easier to change a hydrangea from pink to blue than it is from blue to pink. Changing a hydrangea from pink to blue entails adding aluminum to the soil. Changing from blue to pink means subtracting aluminum from the soil or taking it out of reach of the hydrangea. You cannot change the color of white hydrangeas.
6. Pruning. Mophead hydrangeas do not ever need to be pruned. You only need to remove dead branches. Different types of hydrangeas need to be pruned using different methods. To determine what method to use, read the more in-depth article. It is important to prune the correct way, so you do not cause the shrub to have less blooms.
 

 Natural Gardening = "Organic Gardening” based on using whole ingredients of natural origin- bat guano & other manures, cottonseed meal, kelp and, bone meal, etc. It utilizes the processes of using slow release fertilizers, beneficial microbes, practical planting and beneficial insects / low toxicity pesticides.
                Healthy Soil = Healthy Plants      Right Plant - Right Place
How does Organic Gardening differ from Conventional Gardening?  Organic gardening feeds the soil. Traditional relies solely on chemicals.  Traditional gardening uses chemical fertilizers produced with inorganic salts and recycled industrial waste products.  This approach deadens the soil, killing the beneficial microbes (Mycorrhizae). The plants are then dependent upon receiving the fertilizers as it sole means of capturing nutrients. Mycorrhizae are beneficial fungus that lives on the roots helping the plant break down nutrients in a symbiotic relationship.  90% of terrestrial plants use mycorrhizae- exceptions aquatic plants, epiphytes and orchids. Below are the 6 steps to a Natural Garden! 
1.        Healthy Soil = Healthy Plants
Fertilizer 101     “NPK” The 3 main macro-nutrient sources     Nitrogen – Phosphorus – Potassium
Nitrogen – The most used nutrient, stimulates vegetative growth. Involved with protein metabolism, chlorophyll production and genetic material regulation. Nitrogen is made my soil microbes and added from sources like manures.  Deficiency: yellow leaves, stunted new growth.
Phosphorus- Important for flower, seed, root and fruit growth.  Essential for membrane formation, genetic material and energy exchange. Works best in soil PH 6-7. Deficiency: Red/purple leaves, stunted growth, burned tips on new growth. Excess restricts Zinc, Manganese & Iron
Potassium- Improves plants overall vigor and disease resistance. Encourages root growth and fruit quality.  Used for many cellular processes and regulates absorption of Calcium, Sodium and Nitrogen.  Helps promote strong roots to grow into compacted soils. Deficiency: marginal chlorosis starting from bottom leaves progressing upwards. Excess blocks Magnesium and Boron absorption.
Other Micronutrients- Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Sulfur, Zinc
NPK number should add up to about 15-20 to be considered “organic”.  The larger the numbers, the faster it is released into the soil while lower numbers stays in the soil longer.
Mulching Helps plants by choking out weeds, retain moisture and provides winter protection for plant roots. Avoid using plastic underneath mulch-instead use a breathable weed barrier material.  Best mulch- compost, cocoa shells or other organic leafy material/hay.  Bark robs the soil of nutrients.
Composting Make your own or buy commercially bagged or in bulk.  Takes a long time to make your own.  Try a “worm bin”. Use a container to house earthworms, feed kitchen scraps and use the castings. 
Watering Proper watering is crucial!  Longer deeper drinks make longer stronger root systems.  Container plants need more water especially during hot, sunny weather.
 
2.  Right Plant = Right Place    Plant Types, Zones, Plant Tags
Read Plant tags and research before planting. Hardy Plants- can survive our winters. Tender or Tropical Plants- needs winter protection or treat as an annual. Annual=One Season; Perennial=more than 2 seasons 
 
3.  Create Balanced Ecosystem
Companion Planting   Has intrigued humans for thousands of years. The idea that plants assist each other to grow well, help repel insects, and are a benefit to each other.

• Mixed plantings vs monoculture give better insect and weed control.
• Many types of groups of companions. Best to look up what grows better with what.

Example: Corn, pole beans and squash.  Corn provides stake for pole beans, bean add nitrogen to the soil and support the corn.  The squash under planted helps shade out weeds, deter predators and the corn helps to shade the squash. Another is to plant Acid Lovers with others that like same soil- Azaleas, Heather, Wintergreen, Ferns, Dogwoods, Pieris, etc.
4. Attract Beneficials-Repel Pests
Beneficial Insects Use “hardy” insects for your area.  Be cautious of chemical sprays that can harm your beneficial’s.  Release them according to the directions.

• Lady Bugs- cute and most popular.  They eat soft body insects and mites.
• Green Lacewings- pretty bug. Eats soft bodied insects and mites.  More reliable than lady bugs.
• Nematodes- soil scavengers eat bad nematodes and larvae

5.  Accept Minor Damage
Help, My Plant is Sick! What to do when you are having problems…..Determine if is: 
1.Environmental- lack of water, mulch, compost or chemical burn, wrong plant wrong place, PH/soil problems.
2.Nutrient Deficiency- stunted growth, leaf chlorosis, poor flower/fruit production
3.Pests / Disease- pests on plants, chewed or holes in leaves, mold/mildew/spots on leaves.
4.Diagnosis Problem- take a sample to a local nursery, extension service, experienced Horticulturist to help with diagnosis of the problem.
5.Treat Condition- Use appropriate treatment, follow direction, wear protection.
6.Use Pesticides Sparingly- Use least toxic method first, use stronger only if needed.

6.  Think Twice Before Applying
Pesticides 101  Always use the least toxic remedy first. Then try more extreme methods. Use “Caution” marked products vs “Danger” or “Warning”. Use proper protective safety gear.  Avoid spraying on windy days.  Avoid all bodies of water (fish and pond life sensitive to chemicals).   Read the directions before applying!

• Use homemade remedies, Right Plant Right Place Rule, Companion Planting & Beneficial Insects
• Many Pesticides-according to numerous studies- can cause many negative health issues, birth defects, cancer, nervous system issues & toxicity overload to name a few. 

If you have any questions and need help with your garden stop in and ask us! We have a great selection of G&B Fertilizers and Soils to help keep your garden growing lush, green & organic!

Year-Round Garden Benefits / Goals Enjoy your garden year – round through:

1. Visual Appeal- Year-Round Blooms; Foliage Color & Texture, Seasonal Color, Containers
2. Utilization- Diversity of Plantings, Benefits Environment & Wildlife. Maximize Land Use.
3. Production- Growing Veggies, Fruits & Herbs. Organic 101. Planting Schedule.

How to Achieve:

• Decide which are the most important to you and your family
• Start Collecting Seeds, Plant Starts (trade), Cruise Plant Sales
• Make a list / journal of a time table, budget if needed. See Schedule at end as example.
• Work with the Seasons, not against them. Avoid Extremes- Hot vs Cold

  
Part One= Visual Appeal

• Practice Basic Design Principles- Plant in Odds, Unless Symmetrical, Heights-low to high
• Design to Your Personal Style. Complement and Contrast- do not Clash
• Year- Round Blooms – Schedule – See Below
• Evergreen Plants- Broad Leaved, Conifers, Evergreen Perennials & Grasses
• Seasonal Color- Fall, Plants with Berries / Winter Interest

 
Blooms Throughout the Seasons (approximate times, weather permitting):
Winter & Spring Blooming Bulbs (Feb-April)- Crocus, Daffodils, Hyacinths, Iris, Snowdrops, Tulips. 
Cool Season Annuals (Sept-May)- Calendula, Pansies & Violets (johnnie jump-ups), Primroses, Snapdragons
Spring Blooming Shrubs & Trees- Flowering Ornamental: Cherries, Plums & Crabapples, Dogwoods, Lilacs, Weigela, Azaleas & Rhododendrons, Mountain Laurel, Pieris
Summer Blooming Bulbs (some hardy, some annual)- Crocosmia, Dahlia (tender), Elephant Ears (A), Freesia (A), Iris, Peony
Summer Blooming Shrubs- Butterfly Bush, Clethra, Crape Myrtle, Hydrangeas, Roses
Warm Season Annuals (May-October+)- Fuchsia (some are perennial), Geraniums, Impatiens, Petunias, Marigolds, Verbena (some are perennial), Zinnia
Fall Annuals and Colorful Perennials- Add into pots, borders & beds- Pansies & Violas; Mums & Asters; Cabbage & Kale and Fall Color Vines (Purple Grape, Silver Lace Vine, Virginia Creeper) & Shrubs (Dogwood, Spirea & Blueberries), Evergreen Perennials (Heuchera, Tiarella & Hellebores), Broad Leaf (Euonymus, Azaleas & Lonicera) & Conifers.
Late fall -Winter-Early Spring- Blooming Shrubs- Camellias, Current, Daphne (winter), Forsythia, Quince, Sweet Box, Viburnum (some), Witch Hazel
Plants with Berries- Beauty Berry, Blueberries & Evergreen Huckleberries, Cotoneaster, Holly, Juniper, Mondo Grass, Nandina, St. John’s wort, Viburnum (some), Wintergreen
  
Part Two =  Utilization 

• Diversity of Plantings- combination of all plant groups- Trees, Shrubs, Annuals & Perennials. Work together as an ecosystem to avoid erosion & runoff (water, fertilizer).
• Maximize Land Use. Replacing some ornamentals with useful plants. Many ornamentals may be beneficial to pollinators.

Benefits Environment & Wildlife. Backyard Wildlife Habitat. https://www.nwf.org/en/Garden-for-Wildlife/Create 

• Wildlife need our help. Human activity has changed and eliminated habitat, locally, and on the global scale, and birds, butterflies, and other wildlife are pushed into ever-shrinking wilderness areas. Providing a sustainable habitat for wildlife begins with your plants. That’s why we call it a wildlife habitat “garden.” When you plant the native plant species that wildlife depend on, you create habitat and begin to restore your local environment. Adding water sources, nesting boxes, and other habitat features enhances the habitat value of your garden to wildlife. By choosing natural gardening practices, you make your yard a safe place for wildlife.

Creating a wildlife garden reverses some of the human-caused habitat destruction that is hurting wildlife. It’s easier than you might think. Here is what your wildlife garden should include:
Food: Native plants provide nectar, seeds, nuts, fruits, berries, foliage, pollen, and insects eaten by an exciting variety of wildlife. Feeders can supplement natural food sources.
Water: All animals need water to survive and some need it for bathing or breeding as well.
Cover: Wildlife need places to find shelter from bad weather and places to hide from predators or stalk prey.
Places to Raise Young: Wildlife need resources to reproduce and keep their species going. Some species have totally different habitat needs in their juvenile phase than they do as adults.
Sustainable Practices: How you manage your garden can have an effect on the health of the soil, air, water, and habitat for native wildlife as well as the human community.
 
 Part Three = Production:

• Food- Fruits & Veggies- Fruit Trees- Apples, Pears, Asian Pears, Cherries, Plums, Apricots, Nectarines & Peaches- May need a Pollinator (two trees or a combo)  & Berries- Cane: Raspberries, Blackberries, Marionberry. Shrub: Gooseberry & Blueberry Cool Season Veggies vs. Warm Seasoned Veggies

• Organic 101- Organic fertilizers- NPK, Soil Amendments & Plant Care, Right plant = Right Place. Apply Mulch like compost or other organic soil amendments 1-3” deep. This helps protect your plants roots from winter damage. Place a thick layer of newspaper or cardboard prior to mulch to choke out weeds.

• Start a Veggie Garden- Spring & Fall!   Cool Season Veggies-there are a bunch- Broccoli, Kohlrabi, Brussels & Cauliflower; Cabbage & Kale; Lettuce, Chard & Spinach; Onions & Leeks; Peas, Radish, Rutabaga, Turnips & Carrots. Warm Season Veggies- Tomatoes, Peppers, Potatoes, Asparagus & Garlic (usually planted in spring), Eggplant, Melons, Squashes, Cucumbers, Beans & Green Beans

 
Planting Schedule:
January & February: Plant Cool Season Annuals & Veggie Seeds inside. Plant hardy trees, shrubs, perennials, vines and grasses- weather permitting. Plant Bare root fruits and berries.
March & April: Plant Warm Cool Annual Starts & Veggie Starts outside, weather permitting. Plant hardy trees, shrubs, perennials, vines and grasses.  Plant Warm Season Annuals & Veggie Seeds inside (Feb-April) read directions for plant timing to put outdoors.
May: Plant Warm Season Annual Starts, Veggie Starts and Hanging Baskets outside, weather permitting. Plant hardy trees, shrubs, perennials, vines and grasses. Plant Summer Blooming Bulbs (April – June) see directions on package.
June: Put houseplants outside in the shade on porch or other protected areas for summer-repot and fertilize as needed. Direct Sow Seeds (late May-early June)
July & August: Plant Warm Season Annual Starts- replace dead or tired plants from baskets. Start Fall Blooming Annuals & Cool Season Veggies- in pots or direct sow into ground/beds.
September: Plan Your Fall & Late Winter Tasks. Plant Fall Crops Starts, Fall pots & Hardy Plants. Bring indoors houseplants & tropicals. Lawn Care- Aerate, Thatch (if needed), Sod/Seed, Fertilize. Plant Spring Blooming Bulbs(Aug- Oct). Direct Sow Root Veggies Seeds.
October: Plant Fall Crop Starts, Hardy Plants- Hellebores & Heucheras. Rake Leaves, clean plants. Mulch.
November: Irrigation winterized (or in October). Cover spigots. Plants should all be winterized.
December: Decorate for holidays. Feed the birds.
 
 Resources & Links:
G&B Fertilizers & Soils www.kellogggarden.com/products/gborganics/organic-soils/
Monrovia  http://www.monrovia.com/
Terra Nova  http://www.terranovanurseries.com/gardeners/
Blooming Nursery http://www.bloomingnursery.com/
http://www.sunset.com/garden/landscaping-design/fall-foliage#autumn-glow-garden
https://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/gardening-techniques/winter-gardening-tips-best-crops-zm0z13onzsto
http://www.seattleurbanfarmco.com/blog/2014/2/10/fall-and-winter-gardening
https://www.fix.com/blog/winter-gardening-guide/
https://www.humeseeds.com/falwint.htm
https://www.tandlnursery.com/