September is the month when gardeners are busy running around the garden, completing the last tasks before fall! If you are one of them and you don’t know which task to start with, today might just be your lucky day.
When I was a beginner, I had no idea how important it is to complete monthly tasks in the garden until I started researching and creating a monthly checklist. After all these years, I can tell you that September is by far the easiest one!
If you don’t want to wander around your yard not knowing where to start, this is your lucky day! With these handy tricks, you’ll be able to keep your garden thriving until the first frost.
#1 Plant These Flowers For A Colorful Display During Fall
September is the perfect month for planting flowers such as begonias, zinnias, asters, dahlias, and peonies! With their easy maintenance, you’ll see them bloom right as fall arrives. This time of year can sometimes feel a bit gray, but with these cheerful plants, there’ll be no room for that!
If you want to add some extra decoration to your garden, plant hydrangeas or roses. These bushy flowers will leave you speechless once they bloom! And you can keep your garden thriving even after summer has passed. Isn’t that awesome?
#2 Get Free Seeds For Next Season Using This Trick
Why buy seeds for the next season when you can get them for free right from your garden? Start collecting seeds from your tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and corn.
After you gather all the seeds, dry them thoroughly and store them in a dark place. I’ve been doing this every year since I began my gardening journey, and it’s always paid off.
#3 Create Beautiful Home Decorations With Your Flowers
There are some flowers that, unfortunately, leave gardens during fall. But here’s a cool trick to enjoy your favorite flowers all winter long! You can create a herbarium that makes stunning decor inside your home.
Simply cut the flowers and let them dry. They will be ready for use in a few weeks. I usually press plants from my garden between the pages of books and place them in a frame. That’s the most beautiful decoration I have in my house!
Experiment with your plants, give it a try, and create your own. Trust me, it will amaze you every time you look at it!
#4 Harvest Your Delicious Fruits And Use Them In Your Favorite Recipes
The most exciting task to do in September is definitely harvesting! There are some delicious crops ready to be picked, such as beans, tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, grapes, and cabbages.
After you gather them in your cute little basket, it will be time to make the most delicious meals! Nothing tastes better than homemade veggies from your garden, right? Plus, these healthy crops will keep your immune system strong during the upcoming flu season!
#5 Introduce Your Kids To Gardening With This Amazing DIY
Kids love to explore and try different things that keep them entertained, so you should introduce them to gardening in a fun way by making a terrarium! This activity is perfect for spending time and bonding with your kids.
A terrarium will be their mini world, filled with plants like ferns, begonias, pileas, nerve plants, and selaginellas. Get them a glass container, go to the garden, and let your kids pick their favorites! If you place the terrarium inside the house, it will give off a jungle vibe!
You still have time to prepare for the tasks that await you in September! Isn’t it great that these tricks won’t exhaust you? You’ll have so much fun with all the exciting adventures the upcoming month has to offer!
Just imagine all the ripe fruits you’ll harvest and the colorful flowers that will brighten your garden throughout fall! Now you can keep resting, but remember the clock is ticking, so be ready for your next gardening journey.
Good luck!