How to Save Dahlia Tubers After the First Frost
First frost doesn’t have to end dahlia season. Learn when to cut back, dig, dry, and store tubers so your favorite blooms return next year.
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7 Plants to Prune Before Winter Hits
A few garden plants respond best to a late-fall trim. Learn which ones to cut back now, which ones to leave, and how to prune safely before winter.
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October Mum Care: 5 Steps for Bigger Blooms Next Year
Give chrysanthemums the right October care to stretch their bloom time now and set them up for stronger growth and fuller flowers next season.
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When to Transplant Peonies for Healthy Blooms
Learn the best time to transplant peonies, how to move them safely, and the aftercare that helps them settle in and bloom again.
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October Iris Care: 7 Steps for Healthy Spring Blooms
Give irises the right fall care in October with trimming, cleanup, and root protection so they rest well and bloom strongly next spring.
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5 Easy Plants to Propagate From Cuttings in October
October is a smart time to root semi-ripe cuttings from hardy garden plants. Learn which ones to try and how to increase your chances of success.
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7 Fall Flowers That Bloom Into October and Feed Pollinators
Keep your garden colorful well into autumn with seven reliable flowers that bloom into October and give bees and butterflies a much-needed nectar boost.
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7 Unusual Flowers to Plant in September for Next Spring
Add character to your garden with seven unusual flowers that establish well in early fall and return with color, texture, and pollinator appeal.
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7 Fast-Growing Plants That Make Containers Look Full Fast
Turn tired pots into lush displays quickly with seven dependable plants that fill containers fast, add texture, and keep showing off through more than one season.
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When to Cut Back Coneflowers for Healthy Blooms
Learn when to cut back coneflowers, when to leave them standing, and how to trim them in spring or fall for healthier plants and winter interest.
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September Stagger Pruning for Fuller Fall Borders
Give tired autumn borders a quick refresh with selective September pruning that reduces flopping, improves airflow, and extends blooms without sacrificing color.
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5 Perennials to Leave Standing Until Spring
Some perennials look better, help wildlife, and protect themselves when left alone in fall. These five are best cut back in spring, not autumn.
