November — Yard Tips

Take cuttings from Geranium to enjoy indoor blooms over the winter.

Don’t forget to plant your spring-blooming bulbs in containers. Plant bulbs deep in pots and then over plant the top with pansies or violas. Enjoy all winter and be delighted again in the spring.

Now is the time to start forcing Holiday bulbs. Nurseries have a great selection of Amaryllis ranging from small up to extra large bulbs. Paperwhites can be planted either in water or soil. Plant bulbs in two week intervals for...

Continue planting landscaping material.

Lawn cutting is probably close to being over. Clean mower thoroughly, scraping off soil and old grass. Cover metal parts with a thin layer of oil (vegetable will work), then store mower in a dry sheltered area.

Apply lime for moss control at this time.

Cut lawn to about 1.5” to 2” height for the winter months.

Remember to drain or insulate your backflow devices, as well as your irrigation systems. Call Rexius Irrigation Division to winterize your irrigation system.

Wrap young trees with a tree guard to prevent sun scald and windburn especially if they are exposed to the south or west.