Wash your pumpkins, gourds and winter squash in a mild bleach solution before displaying or storing to help prevent rot.

October is a good time to plant trees and shrubs, since dormant plants will be under less stress. Newly installed deciduous plants require almost no watering during the winter months,…

Before the first frost, dig up caladiums and shake off soil. Allow them to dry completely and store in a warm, dry place for the winter.

You still have time to order bulbs, but be swift about it, and get them in the ground by early December.

Collect the seeds of any annuals you would like to grow again next year. All them to dry completely before storing. A paper bag is great for containing the seed…