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A raised bed doesn’t have to sit idle over winter nine vegetables that keep growing even in frost

Raised beds can stay productive through the cold months with the right crops and a little protection. Grow hardy winter greens, protect the bed from frost and waterlogging, and set it up for an early spring start.

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Your Garden Is Getting Ready for Winter, Essential Autumn Jobs Not to Skip

Autumn isn’t the end of the gardening year. With a bit of cutting back, planting, clearing and protecting now, you’ll reduce winter losses and give your garden a stronger start in spring.

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Seven perennials to plant right now so they take off faster in spring than your neighbour’s

Autumn planting gives many perennials time to build strong roots in warm soil and cooler, moister weather. Come spring, they break dormancy faster, cope better with summer heat, and need less watering.

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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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