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Fall

	Plant fall pansies and flowering cabbage and kale in window boxes, containers and garden beds. Plant fall pansies and flowering cabbage and kale in window boxes, containers and garden beds.
	Plant spring flowering bulbs now!
	Pull weeds before they can set seeds.
	Remember your feathered friends. Clean the bird feeders. If you have continued to feed the birds over the summer, make sure the feeders are thoroughly cleaned so there is no danger of mold or mildew which can be damaging to our feathered friends.
	Re-seed and renovate your lawn. Renovate lawns now. Begin the process of reseeding your lawn. Clean out dead patches, core aerate, top dress with finely screened compost and reseed. The area must be watered three to four times a day until germination takes place.

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Winter

	Avoid walking across wet or frozen turf. Soil is easily compacted when wet. Frozen turf that is walked on will show telltale footprints in spring.
	Cyclamen like it cool. These bloomers thrive in moist soil in a sunny location where it is cool at night (below 50 degrees).
	Dont forget to feed the birds! Our feathered friends rely on us during the winter months when their natural food sources are scarce. Try Lyric Delite mix for all the fun of feeding without any mess.
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	Indoor plants benefit from increased humidity during the dry winter months. Place plants on a tray filled with clean pebbles and water, or spray them down in the sink or shower.
	Install a heater in your birdbath to prevent freezing during the cold winter months.
	Keep bird feeders stocked and a good supply of feed on hand for the winter months. Continue feeding through spring when natural food sources become available. Placing your tree away from heat sources is helpful in maintaining freshness.
	Pot spring-flowering bulbs to force for winter bloom. Many spring favorites can be tricked into blooming indoors.
	Routinely inspect houseplants for signs of pests and/or disease. Early detection enables you to address a problem before it becomes a crisis.
	Store firewood outdoors, keep it covered but easily accessible for the cold winter months. Seasoned, dry firewood makes the best fires.
	Use Potassium chloride as a de-icer instead of Calcium chloride or traditional "Rock Salt". It doesn't harm plants or stain cement and makes little mess inside the home.

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