October Regional Garden To-Do Lists

Now that fall is here, what is there to do in the garden? Fall is the time of harvest, of closing the garden, of gathering leaves, of bringing plant debris to the compost pile, and of adding in touches for fall color. Fall doesn’t have to be a dull time in the garden.

Here’s what to do in the garden in October

Add in annuals and hardy tropicals for a great late-summer show.

Learn how to make leaf mold.

Plant some new trees, shrubs, grasses, or vines.

Bring in cold-sensitive plants for overwintering.

Plant spring bulbs.

Plant cold-hardy edibles such as garlic or kale.

Build a cold-frame so you can have fresh veggies throughout winter.

What do you do in the garden in fall? See more region-specific advice for tasks to do now in the articles listed below.

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  Mid-Atlantic Regional Reports

  Mid-Atlantic October Garden To-Do List

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  Midwest Regional Reports

  Midwest October Garden To-Do List

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  Mountain West Regional Reports

  Mountain West October Garden To-Do List

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  Northeast Regional Reports

  Northeast October Garden To-Do List

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  Pacific Northwest Regional Reports

  Northern California October Garden To-Do List

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  Midwest Regional Reports

  Northern Plains October Garden To-Do List

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  Pacific Northwest Regional Reports

  Northwest October Garden To-Do List

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  Southeast Regional Reports

  South October Garden To-Do List

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  Southeast Regional Reports

  Southeast October Garden To-Do List

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  Southwest Regional Reports

  Southern California October Garden To-Do List

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  Southwest Regional Reports

  Southern Plains October Garden To-Do List

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  Southwest Regional Reports

  Southwest October Garden To-Do List