I am loving this time of year- its a great time and really dig into my flower beds, which have been abused by the Texas heat. I found the following list on the Better Homes and Garden www.bhg.com website with some helpful hints for making your gardens winter ready
Early Fall
Clear away debris from the base of rosebushes. Fallen leaves can hold diseases that might overwinter.
Water, water, water. Give all of your plants a good drink, especially your trees. Their roots need plenty of moisture to make it through the upcoming months.
Amend your soil. Get the ground ready for next year's beds and your fall bulbs by tilling the soil and adding fertilizer.
Shop for bulbs. Order from catalogs or visit garden stores early for best selection.
Plant shrubs and evergreens. Early fall planting gives new plants enough time to get their roots established before winter.
Plant fall annuals. As your summer blooms fade, add color to your garden with fall annuals such as mums, pansies, and ornamental kale.
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