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It may seem like there is no gardening to do during the holiday season, but in reality there is still plenty to keep enthusiastic gardeners busy even when the weather outside is frightful. Gardening in December means… Pruning for Natural Decorations Pruning berry-laden twigs, lush pine boughs and plump seed stalks can yield beautiful accessories for natural centerpieces, flower arrangements, mantle swags and other decorations for the holiday season. Choose the best trimmings for decorating, or add a unique touch by accessorizing them with holiday bows or metallic paint. Continuing to Compost Your compost pile needs care year-round, and turning...

Pumpkins are popular fall decorations, but eventually they will soften and rot. They don't need to be destined for the trash, however – there are great ways to recycle rotten pumpkins and be sure they are useful even if they aren't the prettiest decorations anymore. 6 Simple Ways to Recycle Rotten Pumpkins When pumpkins start to soften and are not as attractive as decorations, try these solutions… Create Compost: Pumpkins can be easily added to a compost pile. Cutting or breaking the pumpkins up will help them decay faster, so they are ready to add rich nutrients to a spring...

Fall is in full force in October, and it is a great month to be active in the garden. From wrapping up the last harvests to winterizing the garden to awesome autumn fun, there are great ways to keep busy in the garden all month long. In October, it is time to… Plant Hardy Perennial Bulbs Sturdy bulbs can be planted in fall to ensure a bright flowerbed as early as possible in spring. Tulips, daffodils, alliums, irises and crocuses can all be planted in October for a stunning spring display. Dig Up Delicate Bulbs Delicate bulbs that could be...

We all know that roses bloom best in May and take a little bit of a beating in July and August; but did you know they have plenty of blooms left for September and October, maybe even into November. But can you plant roses in the Fall? Many gardeners think it is the best time to plant, here are the reasons why: 1. Cooler Air: It’s less work. The ground is completely thawed, the nights are getting cooler making it a lovely time to get into the garden and dig. The cooler air temperatures during the day mean less heat...

Wild Nights, Hot and Crazy Days  Doctor: I’ve got good news and bad news. Patient: What’s the bad news? Doctor: You’ve got powdery mildew. Patient: What’s the good news? Doctor: It’s not fatal, just horribly disfiguring. The invitation has been sent and powdery mildew has arrived. Hot humid days and cool dry nights are a delight for this hideous fungus. Rain, which usually stops the spread of the spores, has been absent allowing it to grow and propagate. It can manifest itself in various ways. Sometimes it appears like a sugary glaze on leaves and flower buds, and sometimes it...