by Lee
Stewart
Colorado State University Cooperative Extension
Master Gardener
Larimer County
• Mid-September is an ideal time to fertilize lawns.
Fertilizer will help develop a strong root system and encourage grass to green
up earlier next spring.
• Spring flowering bulbs are now available at your local nurseries and
garden centers. Choose bulbs that are large and free from disease and insect
problems. The size of the bulb is directly related to the size of the flower
next spring.
• Weeds provide protection and breeding places for insect pests. Fall
cleanup will help prevent disease and insect infestations in next year’s
garden.
• To prevent freeze damage to your summer annuals, tomato plants and others,
cover the plants when night time freezing temperatures are predicted. Be sure
to uncover the plants in the morning as the warming sun could burn plant leaves
during the day if the cover is left on.
The authors have received training through Colorado State University Cooperative Extension's Master Gardener program and is a Master Gardener volunteer for Larimer County.
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