In California there are two major planting seasons
– spring and fall. Spring gets plenty of attention, but one of
the best-kept secrets is the beauty of fall planting. First of all,
there is the weather.
In California there are two major planting seasons – spring and fall. Spring gets plenty of attention, but one of the best-kept secrets is the beauty of fall planting. First of all, there is the weather. It’s cooler in the fall and that makes it easier to transplant trees, shrubs, bedding plants, and to plant lawns. In the autumn you can count on late fall and early winter rains
to take over the watering.
Although trees and shrubs are not actively growing above the ground, they are very busy sending out strong roots and getting themselves established for the spring
and summer.
It’s easier to prepare the ground for major plantings too. Early rains soften up the ground and make the digging job easier on everyone. So go ahead and discover the growing possibilities for your garden this fall. You’ll reap the benefits in the spring.
Just because the tomatoes are slowing down their production doesn’t mean you can’t have fresh homegrown vegetables in the winter. Prepare the vegetable plot and get ready for winter vegetable gardening. Once the garden is in, Mother Nature generally takes over the watering. You can plant radishes, spinach, lettuce, cabbage, broccoli, carrots, beets and so
much more.
From California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers
