It sure has been another lovely fall week... but today we need the rain, and
that's what the Lord is providing. I'm glad I got more work done cleaning
out the second greenhouse on Wednesday, but I won't be doing that today.
This weekend and early next week should be more beautiful weather for fall
planting. Fall planting of perennials is beneficial for many reasons:
1. The warm soil encourages root growth until the ground freezes.
2. In early spring, roots begin new growth at a faster rate, and top
growth begins earlier on fall-planted perennials.
3. The fall-planted plant is far better equipped to deal with next
summer’s heat and drought, because of its well-established root system.
4. Dependable rainfall & cooler fall weather mean less watering is
needed. Plants also use less water since photosynthesis is slowed by shorter
days. Evaporation rates slow down so water in the soil lasts longer.
5. There are fewer pest and disease problems.
6. It is easier to plant perennials & bulbs together. This saves
transplant shock on sensitive perennials, as well as time and energy for the
autumn gardener.
For these reasons, browse through the perennials offered by Dogwood
Valley Greenhouse and choose a few to add to your garden now.
that's what the Lord is providing. I'm glad I got more work done cleaning
out the second greenhouse on Wednesday, but I won't be doing that today.
This weekend and early next week should be more beautiful weather for fall
planting. Fall planting of perennials is beneficial for many reasons:
1. The warm soil encourages root growth until the ground freezes.
2. In early spring, roots begin new growth at a faster rate, and top
growth begins earlier on fall-planted perennials.
3. The fall-planted plant is far better equipped to deal with next
summer’s heat and drought, because of its well-established root system.
4. Dependable rainfall & cooler fall weather mean less watering is
needed. Plants also use less water since photosynthesis is slowed by shorter
days. Evaporation rates slow down so water in the soil lasts longer.
5. There are fewer pest and disease problems.
6. It is easier to plant perennials & bulbs together. This saves
transplant shock on sensitive perennials, as well as time and energy for the
autumn gardener.
For these reasons, browse through the perennials offered by Dogwood
Valley Greenhouse and choose a few to add to your garden now.