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Dear Gardening Friend,
September is a busy time for gardeners. As cooler weather settles in, our energy levels are renewed which is a good thing - there is lots to do.
It's the perfect time to . . .
. . . spruce up the lawn. Grass seed sown now will germinate better, won't have to compete with weeds, and will have fall and spring to mature before facing the stress of summer.
. . . fertilize the lawn. A slow-release fertilizer like Milorganite will be ready to give you a nice green up next spring if applied in the fall.
. . . plant Cooler temps, warm soil, and a short watering season make fall the preferred time to plant. Keep them watered and use a root stimulator to help the feeder roots get established.
. . . shop our 40% off sale on trees, shrubs, perennials, evergreens, and herbs.
. . . feed the birds. Many of them are beginning their fall migration and need extra energy to make the long flight. Keep feeders full of nectar for the hummers, seed and suet for other birds. BTW - did you know that hummers are carnivores? Their diet consists of mostly insects, but they need nectar to fuel their fly-catching activities.
. . . plan ahead for spring and plant bulbs. We expect them in any day now and are excited about the new varieties we will have for you to plant in your yard. More about that next week.
Enjoy your holiday weekend,
Tracy Hankwitz
BGC Store Manager
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