The crops are in and it's nearly time to put those gardens to bed. But first let's celebrate the fall harvest with a look at what thrived and what barely survived this past growing season. With historic weather conditions across the northland, some garden favorites might not have done as well as expected. We'll have plenty of success stories to share, along with tips and solutions for any garden dilemmas you may have encountered. We'll take you on a tour of the region's most lush flower gardens, share the secret to growing scrumptious sweet corn, and even visit a corn maze. Let us help you get those beds ready for a long winter slumber.
Canning and preservation information:
UW-Extension
http://www.foodsafetywisc.edu
Blue Ball Book (current edition)
http://www.freshpreserving.com
University of Minnesota Extension
http://www1.extension.umn.edu/food-safety/preserving
Duluth Community Garden Program
http://www.duluthcommunitygarden.org / 218-722-4583
Fall garden maintenance
Clear out beds
- Compost healthy material
- Discard diseased material
Cover tender perennials
- Roses
- Strawberries
Get a soil test
- Amend soil
Clean tools