Labor Day marks the unofficial transition from summer to fall in the garden, making now the perfect time to start preparing for the next season. MU Extension horticulturist David Trinklein recommends focusing on a few key tasks to keep your garden productive and healthy.
-Harvest late-season vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and squash.
-Plant cool-season favorites like lettuce, spinach, kale, broccoli and radishes.
-Divide overcrowded perennials, including hostas, irises and daylilies.
-Seed or overseed cool-season lawns and fertilize established turf.
-Begin fall cleanup by removing dead plant material that can harbor pests and diseases.
A little effort now can help set the stage for a healthier garden and landscape next spring.
Read more autumn gardening tips from MU Extension: https://brnw.ch/21x5vdO
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