If you’re not one for gardening in the heat of summer, there’s no doubt you’ll thrive planting in September. It’s that time of year where you get a cozy blend of the sunshine of summer with the cooler ...

Depending on your location, September is pumpkin spice latte weather or still hot enough for shorts and a dip in the pool. More often, we get some of both in this transition month. And as summer's ...

Divide spring blooming perennials now. Amend the soil with compost and peat moss before planting. Avoid transplanting Japanese anemones, chrysanthemums and other late-blooming perennials. Autumn is a ...

The transition to fall happens now, though the heat will linger for a while. Days grow noticeably shorter and nights a bit cooler. I’m always sad to say goodbye to summer and dinners eaten on the ...

Prune wisteria, roses, and lavender in September to control growth and encourage healthier blooms. Cut back bearded iris, daylily, and blanket flower to prevent pests and refresh plants for fall. Trim ...

With the arrival of September, gardeners begin planting garlic and shallots, establishing crops now for harvest in the following growing season. Like spring flower bulbs, gardeners know garlic and ...

Gardening in September and the first half of October is considered by many the sweet spot of the entire year. While it’s certainly not the time to plant warm-weather crops, there’s a lot that can be ...

The Globemaster Allium, a hybrid that is bred for superior strength, grows up to 5 feet tall. And rabbits won’t nibble on it. The Associated Press The end of September is the perfect time to add ...