Summers almost over. Time to continue to monitor plant health especially those that were newly planted this season.

• Monitor moisture levels in your gardens. Use water wise practices to maintain your plants.
• Look for drought stress in plants i.e. wilting or curling of leaves.
• Remove all weeds. These weeds will compete with your plants for moisture.
• Watch for early fall color on plants, This could be a sign of poor health and vigor.
• On a hot day think about what a well place shade tree could do to help. Plan for it in fall planting planning
• Plan a compost pile for all the fall leaves.
• Identify hazardous trees or large limbs before the hurricane season.
• Plan fall plantings.
• Consult with a Certified Nursery and Landscape professional about the benefits of fall planting.

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