It’s been a beautiful summer in North Georgia! While being out in the sun has been lovely, we’re ready to say hello to fall! Gardening in the fall has many benefits as there will be less frequent rain and pests and weeds will be making themselves scarce. As you transition your wardrobe and trade your iced tea in for apple cider, consider transitioning to these plants for your garden.
Spring bulbs: Bulbs need the cold weather to grow. If you have an abundance of wildlife that may try to eat your flowers, consider getting plants that critters don’t care for such as daffodil and hyacinth.
Pansies: Pansies do very well in the fall as their roots get their strength in the warm soil. By planting them in the fall, you’ll get to en
joy them through two seasons!
Cool weather vegetables: Several of your harvest time favorites thrive in the cool, fall air. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, rutabaga and kale are just a few. Consider planting these while the soil is still warm and to check your seed packets before planting.
Trees: The fall is a great time to plant trees and shrubs! The warm soil is great for root growth and the air is cool. Be sure to keep these very well watered until the official start of winter when they go dormant.
At Whispering Springs Nursery in Jasper, GA, we have everything your garden needs to transition into fall. For more information on our hours and inventory, please contact us here.
