Come Grow With Us

Interested In Joining a Local Garden Club?

Ogallala Water Gardeners

Southwest Garden Club

Daylily Society

North Plains Iris Society

Puckett Place garden Club

Native plant Society

Texas Potter/Randall Co. Master Gardeners

There's a time to sow and a time to reap. The garden calendar can remind you of monthly and seasonal gardening tasks. 

Fall Tips~

 

· Clean garden tools for winter storage.

· Clean soil from tools and oil tools with moveable parts.

· Sharpen lawn mower blades and pruners - or take them to a professional for sharpening.

· Clean fallen leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts.

· Store garden chemicals in a secure, dry place - away from kids and pets.

· Turn off outside water faucets.

· Drain garden hoses so water won’t freeze causing cracks and holes.

· Bring in clay pots or garden ornaments as they can crack or break from fluctuating winter temperatures.

· Rake leaves onto compost pile or mow for use as a plant protecting mulch.

· Use pine needles, oak leaves or cedar chips to protect plants during winter months.

· Cut back fall annuals like mums, asters and pansies after they bloom.

· Trim tall grass away from trees and corners of your home to discourage small rodents from nesting there.

· Get rid of weeds.  By pulling weeds in the fall before they go to seed, you can reduce the number of seedlings next year.

· Before bringing houseplants inside your home, make sure they are free from pests.

· Finally, remember to enjoy one of nature’s most beautiful seasons while performing your fall gardening chores.

 

An 8 1/2 inch wide dinner plate oriental poppy

Gardening

Need more info on gardening on the High Plains?

 

High Plains Gardening

With

Angie Hanna

Mission

The mission of Amarillo Botanical Gardens is to inspire people to connect with plants through education, experience and enjoyment.