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From purple woodland mushrooms to colorful grassland waxcaps, discover nine fascinating fungi to watch for on October walks—and how to enjoy them responsibly.
By James MillerIndoor PlantsFrom purple woodland mushrooms to colorful grassland waxcaps, discover nine fascinating fungi to watch for on October walks—and how to enjoy them responsibly.
James Miller•Indoor PlantsLavender becoming woody and bare? Learn where to prune, when to wait, and which growing conditions help keep your plant compact and flowering.
Linda Everhart•FlowersBare hydrangea stems may already hold next year’s flower buds. Learn five simple fall tasks to protect the roots, avoid pruning mistakes, and prepare for winter.
James Miller•Indoor PlantsCan a rose cutting root in a glass of water? Learn how to try the method, recognize real root growth, and transfer your cutting to a pot—without expecting flowers in days.
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Outdoor PlantsDiscover which perennials benefit from selective November cleanup, how to remove dead or diseased foliage, and which plants are better left standing until spring.
Linda Everhart•
Indoor PlantsDiscover what to plant in October for fall meals and early-spring greens. This zone-by-zone guide explains what to sow, what to transplant, and which crops need winter protection.
Linda Everhart•
Indoor PlantsNovember division can work in gardens with a long, mild fall, but cold-zone gardeners need to check their timing carefully. Discover 11 candidates, how to divide them
Linda Everhart•
Indoor PlantsDon’t throw away your mums when the flowers fade. Learn when to cut them back, how to protect their roots, and which chrysanthemums need shelter through winter.
Linda Everhart•
HerbsDiscover how goldenrod flowers become a seasonal country wine, with practical guidance on plant identification, harvesting, fermentation, and safe bottling.
Linda Everhart•
ArticleOrchid roots spilling over the pot are often perfectly normal. Learn how to recognize healthy aerial roots, spot trouble, and decide when repotting is necessary.
Linda Everhart•
Outdoor PlantsPrepare your hostas for winter with seven October care tasks, including when to cut back leaves, how to water, and whether to delay division until spring.
Linda Everhart•
Indoor PlantsStart next summer’s garlic harvest this autumn. Learn how to choose cloves, prepare the soil, plant at the right depth, and care for your crop through winter.
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