In this video, learn how to approach your garden and yard cleanup with a better understanding of strategies you can use to benefit your yard, keeping in mind plant diseases, insects, winter interest and wildlife food.
When preparing a garden for fall and winter, focus on proper plant disposal, leaf management, and maintaining tools. Sanitation is an important part in preventing future pest problems, since many plant pathogens and troublesome insects can overwinter in soil or on plant debris. Consider adding winter interest to gardens and providing food to wildlife by not cutting down all plants before winter.
