September/October Gardening Tips for Fall Landscaping Projects 2011

1. Clean Up Flowerbeds of fallen foliage and prepare for fall annual planting.
2. Prune up/reshape Roses for fall growth.
3. Fertilize your St. Augustine Grass for winter protection and continue to mow at maximum height.
4. When the heat and drought end, the weather could bring brown patch. Watch for yellowish spots and apply insect killer to stop the brown patch. This insect killer could also help in reducing the number of ant mounds in your yard.
5. Time to prune hedges and apply seasonal mulch.
6. Winter fruits and vegetables get planted. Wait until November to plant petunias and pansies.