Fall is for planting. Trees and shrubs that are planted in the fall have time to establish roots, even after the first frost. These early-established roots will make the plant more ready to handle the next summerís drought.

• September can still be dry so continue to monitor moisture levels in your garden.
• Thatch lawns to help aerate and promote growth.
• Identify hazardous trees or large limbs before the hurricane season.
• Watch for early fall color on plants, This could be a sign of poor health and vigor
• Begin to prune summer flowering shrubs.
• Deadhead late flowering perennials.
• Begin to order plants and trees for fall planting.
• Contact a Certified Nursery and Landscape professional to design and plant your fall landscape project.

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