This weekend it’s all about September Gardening. There are so many things to do this month that we’ve decided to make it a three day event. Today, it’s all about water and your garden spaces.
WATER
- Maintain the water level in your water garden. Keep fountains and water features properly maintained. As we approach winter, be sure your water features and are in good working order before you drain them and turn them off as the colder weather approaches.
- Replenish mulches around trees and shrubs, and water every two to four days, three times a week if possible.
- Late summer. Mature trees can lose hundreds of gallons of water daily through transpiration; unless this lost moisture is replaced, the trees will lose fruit and leaves. Be sure to water the trunk of your trees and the upper canopies as well. Water generously this month, especially after the hot summer we had this year. Mow around the trees to remove vegetation that can use the trees’ moisture. Mowing also creates a smooth surface for harvesting.
- A dry month. September can be very dry, so keep a close eye on the moisture in your container plants. It doesn’t take but one severe wilting of the plants to ruin the quality of the container display.