Watering Duties in the WinterDon't forget to water evergreens in the winter if you live in an area with little winter precipitation.
A Quick Tip: Make the Most of Your Christmas TreeIf you have a live Christmas tree, recycle it by cutting branches off and laying them in flower beds for mulch and bird cover.
Marking Your BulbsA golf tee makes an inconspicuous marker for bulbs. Place one when you plant so you'll know where to expect them to pop up.
Fall Preparation for Spring PlantingAdd compost to the flower beds during the fall before you plant. Top dress with more after you plant, and you'll need to water less.
Fall DecorCut yew and holly branches and stick them into planters in the fall after the annuals have faded away. Sometimes you'll get lucky and they'll take root!
Share Your Magazines and CatalogsRecycle your gardening catalogs and magazine at nursing homes and doctors' offices. The pretty pictures bring far more joy than outdated magazines.
Free Bird SeedLeave seed heads on grasses over the winter. The birds will appreciate it.
Hose Care for the WinterDrain and wind up your hoses before the first freeze. Store them indoors and they'll last longer.
Time Your WateringWater early or late in the day, but not in full sun in the heat of the day.
