Chicago Botanic Garden horticulturist Heather Sherwood says to remove hosta leaves after frost, especially where slugs have been a problem.
Should You Cut Back Hostas In The Fall? Here’s When To Prune Them
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The 4 Types Of Plants You Should Mulch In October – And The Ones That Don’t Need It
Homes & Gardens recommends October mulch for perennials, shrubs, strawberries and garlic, while advising against heavy mulch around dry-loving herbs and succulents.
When To Repot A Christmas Cactus – Repotting Too Soon Could Spoil This Year’s Flowers
Wait until spring, after flowering, to repot a Christmas cactus. Autumn disturbance may cause developing buds to drop, an expert says.
I Just Found The Easiest Way To Spread Topsoil On A Lawn – It’s A Simple, Time-saving Tool
An Ideal Home reviewer says the £57.99 Outsunny Compost Spreader laid lawn seeding soil evenly, though larger debris collected in its basket.
The Vital Fall Job Your Fruit Trees Need For A Healthier, More Productive Year Ahead
Fall cleanup of fallen fruit, diseased leaves and dried fruit mummies can reduce the risk of pests and disease returning to fruit trees.
6 Plants You Should Never Prune In October – Experts Say They’ll Do Better If You Leave Them Alone
Horticulturalists advise leaving six plant groups unpruned in October to protect flower buds, winter shelter and next year’s growth.
Fallen Leaves Taking Over Your Yard? This Clever Amazon Tool Makes Clean-up So Much Easier – And Saves Your Back
A Homes & Gardens report highlights a $39.99 Amazon leaf grabber rake, citing its long handles, shopper reviews and a recurring screw issue.
Tree Experts Urge Homeowners To Do This Check Before Winter To Keep Your Home And Garden Safe From Danger
Arborists recommend checking trees for deadwood, cracks and weak joints before winter winds, snow and ice increase the risk of falling limbs.
What Your Orchid Needs In October – These 6 Quick Checks Are Key To Triggering More Blooms
Gardening Know How outlines six fall care checks for orchids, from adjusting light and watering to spotting pests and watching for flower spikes.
5 Things Your Orchid Needs In October To Bloom Again In Spring
Five October care steps may help moth orchids prepare to bloom again in spring, including less watering, brighter light and cooler nights.
