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Trudging Towards The End Of Summer

Well here we are at the end of July. I know that a lot of people think of Labor Day as the traditional end of summer. It is not but because of all the social activities and kids returning to school in certainly feels that way sometimes.

I like the end of summer myself because it usually signals a more temperate climate and weather. The reason I am writing about this now is to get you to start thinking about the upcoming milder weather and your gardens.

In The Vegetable Garden

Now is the time to start planning for a late crop of vegetables that do well in cooler weather. Spinich , radishes, lettuce, and broccoli to name a few can all be planted in late summer. A Late summer planting can extend your gardening season all the way to Halloween if the weather coperates. So if you have not tried it before why not give it a go. Use fast maturing varieties and you can extend your days of harvest for home grown vegetables on the dinner table.

The Lawn

A lot of lawns are looking beat up right about now. With August fast approaching I recommend that you think about dethatching and over seeding your lawns about the last week of August. If you are looking to resod this is a good time as well. Lawn renovations done now will allow the turf grass a long wet cool period to establish before the onset of winter and provide you with a wonderful lawn next spring.

The Garden

Late August Early September is a great time to divide most of your perennial plants. They will be able to establish themselves and get a leg up for next year. You will actually be helping them as they will be less crowded and able to return with lots of vim and vigor.

This is just a short list of items to think about for the upcoming month if you plan for these activities they will be easy to implement and make a big difference in your garden.

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