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September jobs in the garden from weeding and lawn care to spring bulbs

September is ideal for tackling weeds, repairing lawns, dividing perennials and planning bulb planting while the soil is still warm and workable. A few timely jobs now will make next spring easier and your garden more resilient year-round.

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What to Plant in an Autumn Bed So You Can Harvest Until Frost

Late summer warmth in the soil makes autumn sowings surprisingly fast to germinate, and many crops actually taste better after a light frost. With smart timing and a few reliable choices, you can keep harvesting right up to the first hard freezes.

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