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Caring for perennials in the fall cottage garden is essential to ensure their health and vitality through the winter months and into the next growing season. Here are some tips on how to care for perennials in the fall.
Trim back the spent flower stalks and remove any dead or yellowing foliage. This helps prevent diseases and makes the garden look neater.
Early fall is an excellent time to divide and transplant perennials that have become overcrowded or outgrown their space. This promotes better growth and rejuvenates the plants.
Continue to water your fall perennials as needed, especially if there’s a dry spell. Proper hydration is crucial for them to establish strong root systems before winter.
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Apply a layer of mulch around the base of your perennials to help conserve soil moisture and insulate the roots from temperature fluctuations.
In early fall, you can apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to your perennials to provide them with essential nutrients for the coming season.
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Keep an eye on the weather forecast and be prepared to protect your perennials if frost is expected. Covering them with blankets, burlap, or frost cloth can help prevent damage.
Fall is an excellent time to tackle any weeds that have popped up in your garden. Weeds can compete with perennials for nutrients and water.
Maintaining perennials in your fall cottage garden is crucial for their health and vigor during winter and the next growing season.
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