Are you ready for a challenge? The end of summer is the perfect time for hardworking gardeners. You still have some tasks on your list that you’ll need to check off!
August has always been my favorite month because I get to start preparing my garden for fall. I never get tired because I always have so much fun doing my favorite hobby! As a gardening enthusiast, I stay busy during the late sunny season, and it’s all worth it in the end!
If you also want to get everything in order for autumn and give your yard a fresh look, then it’s time to roll up your sleeves and dive into action!
Start Planning Your Cool Season Crops Now
You can grow parsley, mint, carrots, beets, and kale. Plant them indoors and then transplant the seedlings into your garden.
These crops can withstand the upcoming cold conditions. Plus, pests will be gone by the end of summer, so they won’t ruin your plants. Later, you’ll enjoy delicious, homegrown veggies for your kitchen specialties. Soups made from these crops will keep you healthy all winter long!
Give Your Flowers A Stylish Haircut
Let’s move on to pruning! Some plants, like hydrangeas and roses, enjoy a little trim by the end of summer.
You’ll need to remove any damaged branches or leaves from the flowers. This will keep them healthy throughout the season. Pruning also encourages their growth, so you’ll get new, adorable petals!
Show Off Your Muscle And Pull All The Weeds
You don’t want to end up with a garden full of weeds, right? That’s every gardener’s nightmare! The best time to remove them is late summer, when their seeds are spreading all over your yard.
So, next time, pull weeds as thoroughly as you can to keep your garden clean and tidy. Your plants will have enough space and won’t be overcrowded in the flower bed!
Turn Your Blossoms Into A Lovely Herbarium
Herbariums are an adorable way to keep your favorite flowers as a decoration! I’ve been making them for years, using different kinds of plants from my garden. Trust me, you’ll have so much fun doing it!
Pick the flowers from your yard and hang them upside down to dry for a few weeks. Once they’re dry, you can place the blossoms in a picture frame and enjoy colorful decor in your home!
Pickle And Freeze Crops For Winter Snacks
Now is the time when all your hard work will pay off in the fall and winter! Late summer is when your crops and fruits are ready for harvesting. Peaches, blackberries, cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes are among them.
You don’t need to use them right away in your kitchen, instead, freeze them for the next season. Fruits can be frozen, so when a dessert idea strikes, you won’t need to go to the store. Just pull them from the freezer and make something delicious!
Next, you can make some savory pickled cucumbers or onions. Put them in a jar with all the ingredients you’ll need, and voilà – perfect snacks!
There are lots of great ideas for late summer tasks, right? From making your garden look fresh and preparing your flowers for incredible blooms to making your own homemade pickles!
Now, it’s time to face these challenges and dive into action before summer ends. Hurry up, time is ticking!
Good luck!