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Does this weather have you wondering what to do for your lawn and garden?

October garden checklist for Smithville, Missouri, featuring six fall gardening tasks: harvest tomatoes and peppers, bring tropical houseplants and cold-sensitive potted plants indoors, prepare for frost, check garden drainage after heavy rain, plant garlic and spring-flowering bulbs in workable soil, and water new trees and shrubs only when needed. Autumn leaves and botanical illustrations decorate the infographic, which reminds gardeners to check the National Weather Service forecast because local conditions vary.

If the weather has you wondering what to do for your lawn and garden this October, you’re not alone. The unusual and unpredictable weather this Fall has us all on our toes. Be sure to keep an eye on the weather forecasts for your area. Weather conditions can differ across counties and localities. Be sure […]

There is still plenty to do in your lawn and garden this month

Garden Center Pro Tips

It may be November, but there is still plenty to do to help your lawn and garden survive this Winter, and be ready to thrive next Spring. Here are some tips from our Pro Staff.   Start forcing bulbs like paperwhites, hyacinth and amaryllis for the holidays. Cover compost so that rain doesn’t flood and leach […]

Learn why Fall is a great time to plant shrubs, trees and perennials

Why is Fall a great time to plant shrubs, trees and perennials? Many folks are surprised to learn that autumn runs a close second to spring as an ideal planting time, but it’s true: cool temperatures, reliable rainfall, and short, bright days help plants make a quick and easy transition to your landscape. Despite the […]