While you should continue fertilizing vegetable and annual plants to encourage maximum production, make the beginning of August the last you fertilize trees and shrubs: they will soon be hardening-off in preparation for winter and you don’t want to encourage any new, tender growth that could be damaged by cold weather. If you wish, trees and shrubs can be fertilized again once they have gone dormant, towards the end of October into November.
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OTHER ESSENTIAL INFO:
* Pull out and dispose of dead or dying plants from the garden. Sanitation will help stop the spread of insects and diseases.
* Gather cut flowers and wildflowers at their peek bloom for drying.
* August is the time to start applying grub control. Timing can vary slightly depending upon weather conditions. Consult with a VanPutte professional.
* Start grooming houseplants for their trip back indoors. Check for potbound plants and transplant as needed. Examine closely for insect pests and take action before bringing plants inside.
* FALL IS A GREAT TIME TO PLANT TREES, SHRUBS AND GRASS SEED!
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